Sun-Dried Jalapeno Pods from China
Sun-dried jalapeno pods, naturally dehydrated in whole form for intense flavor in hot sauces. Classified in HTS 0904.21.60.20 as dried neither crushed nor ground jalapeno Capsicum fruits.
Duty Rate — China → United States
7.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document sun-drying method to prove compliance with dried spice requirements
• Conduct aflatoxin testing common for sun-dried peppers to meet FDA import standards
• Avoid over-maturity that could lead to crushing during handling and subheading shift