Pimiento Strips in Vinegar for Tapas from Japan
Julienne-cut pimiento strips (Capsicum annuum) in vinegar, designed for Spanish tapas platters. Classified in HTS 2001.90.35.00 as specifically for pimientos preserved by acetic acid methods. Retail glass jar packaging.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use botanical certification for Capsicum annuum to differentiate from generic bell peppers
• For EU imports, leverage GSP or trade agreements reducing duties on preserved vegetables