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Piquillo-Style Pimientos Preserved

Mild, roasted pimientos resembling piquillo peppers (Capsicum annuum), preserved in jars without vinegar. Specifically classified under 2005.99.50 for pimientos.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.1%+35.0%43.1%
🇲🇽Mexico8.1%+10.0%18.1%
🇨🇦Canada8.1%+10.0%18.1%
🇩🇪Germany8.1%+10.0%18.1%
🇯🇵Japan8.1%+10.0%18.1%

More Specific Codes

This product may fall under a more specific subheading:

2005.99.50.20In containers each holding not more than 227 g
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2005.99.50.40Other
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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2005.99Same rate: 43.1%

If peppers of genus Pimenta (allspice)

Allspice berries have a separate subheading within the same group.

0904.21Lower: 10% vs 43.1%

If ground into powder

Dried and ground peppers become Chapter 09 spices.

2004.90Lower: 21.2% vs 43.1%

If potatoes mixed with pimientos

Potato preparations have dedicated subheadings in 2004.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Differentiate from Capsicum chinense varieties via botanical certification

• Roasting documentation helps prove non-juice preparation

• Monitor shelf-life claims against preservation method

Related Products under HTS 2005.99.50

Jarred Pimientos in Brine

Whole or sliced pimientos (Capsicum annuum), preserved in brine or water without vinegar, packed in glass jars for retail sale. These sweet red peppers are prepared otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, fitting subheading 2005.99 for other preserved vegetables, specifically pimientos.

Canned Roasted Pimientos

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.

Sliced Pimientos in Tin

Pre-sliced sweet pimientos (Capsicum annuum) preserved in tins with water or brine, suitable for cooking. Classified under 2005.99.50 as non-vinegar preserved fruits of Capsicum annuum.

Whole Pimientos Packed in Oil

Whole pimientos (Capsicum annuum) preserved in vegetable oil without vinegar, in retail jars. This oil-packed preparation fits 2005.99.50 for other non-vinegar preserved Capsicum peppers.

Diced Pimientos for Stuffing

Diced pimientos (Capsicum annuum) preserved in brine, ideal for olive stuffing, in small retail cans. Meets criteria for 2005.99.50 as preserved peppers not by vinegar.

Sweet Red Pimientos in Glass

Sweet red pimientos (Capsicum annuum) preserved in glass containers with brine for salads. Fits 2005.99.50 as non-frozen, non-vinegar preserved pimientos.