Sliced Habanero Peppers in Brine from Japan
Hot habanero peppers sliced and preserved in brine for spicy food applications. HTS 2005.99.55 applies to these Capsicum genus peppers prepared without vinegar or freezing. Brine preservation meets 'otherwise than by vinegar' criterion.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Include capsaicin content warnings for safety compliance
• Document pepper maturity to distinguish from fresh imports
• Avoid mixing with fruit to prevent reclassification under heading 2007