Canned Jalapeño Pepper Slices from Germany
Sliced jalapeño peppers preserved in water or brine, packed in cans for retail sale. Classified under HTS 2005.99.55.90 as prepared peppers of the genus Capsicum, not frozen and not preserved by vinegar. Meets the 'other' subheading for non-specific preparations beyond basic packing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify product is solely preserved in brine or water, not vinegar, to avoid reclassification under 2001
• Provide lab analysis confirming Capsicum genus and preparation method for customs clearance
• Label net weight and ingredients clearly; watch for mixtures exceeding 50% other vegetables triggering 2005.99.97