Pickled Jalapeño Peppers from China
Whole or sliced jalapeño peppers preserved in vinegar brine with spices, used in Mexican cuisine and as pizza toppings. This fits HTS 2001.90.38.00 for other vegetables preserved by vinegar or acetic acid, as peppers are not specifically listed elsewhere in 2001.90. Typically in jars for retail.
Duty Rate — China → United States
47.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide processing records confirming vinegar pickling process to distinguish from fresh peppers (0709.60)
• Comply with USDA APHIS import permits if from certain origins due to pest risks in peppers
• Avoid pitfall of classifying as pimientos (2001.90.39.00) if color or variety differs