Canned Roasted Pimientos from China
Roasted pimientos (Capsicum annuum) peeled and preserved in cans with brine, not frozen or vinegar-based. This preparation method aligns with 2005.99.50 as other preserved peppers of Capsicum annuum, excluding those of heading 2006.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.6%
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
• Label cans with ingredient list excluding vinegar to distinguish from 2001 classification
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates for peppers to meet USDA import requirements
• Watch for underfill issues in cans; ensure accurate net weight declarations