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Canned Pimento Pepper Strips

Red pimento peppers cut into strips and canned in light brine. HTS 2005.99.55.90 covers these as 'other' preparations of genus Capsicum peppers, not involving freezing or vinegar preservation. Common in salads and sandwiches.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.9%+35.0%49.9%
🇲🇽Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇨🇦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇩🇪Germany14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇯🇵Japan14.9%+10.0%24.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

2005.99Same rate: 49.9%

If specifically capers

Capers have a dedicated subheading within 2005.99.

0710.80Lower: 24.9% vs 49.9%

If frozen instead of brined

Frozen vegetables classify under heading 0710.

2009.89Lower: 10% vs 49.9%

If processed into juice

Pepper juices fall under unfermented fruit/veg juices in 2009.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Document botanical identification as Capsicum or Pimenta to match subheading

• Check for added sugars; high Brix could affect juice-related notes but unlikely here

• Use FDA prior notice for perishable veg preps to expedite entry

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Roasted Chili Pepper Chunks

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