Whole Pimientos Packed in Oil from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Specify oil type (e.g
• olive oil) on invoice; pure oil packs stay in 2005
• Test for free acidity in oil to avoid reclassification as mixtures
• Provide origin certificates for peppers to qualify for preferential tariffs