Spanish Smoked Paprika (Pimentón Dulce) from Japan
Spanish smoked paprika, or Pimentón Dulce, is made from mild Capsicum peppers smoked over oak wood and dried, offering a sweet, smoky flavor ideal for paella and chorizo. Classified under HTS 0904.21.20.00 as it qualifies as paprika from the genus Capsicum, dried without crushing or grinding beyond powder form.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Provide fumigation certificates if wood-smoked to meet phytosanitary requirements for spice imports
• Label accurately as 'sweet smoked paprika' to distinguish from hot varieties and prevent misclassification
• Avoid pepper shells contamination, as their importation is prohibited, which could lead to shipment rejection