Canned Pimento Pepper Strips from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
24.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• 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