Sliced Jalapeño Peppers in Brine from Japan
These are mature jalapeño peppers, sliced and preserved in a brine solution without vinegar or acetic acid, suitable for use in salsas or as a condiment. They fall under HTS 2005.99.55 as prepared peppers of the genus Capsicum, not frozen and not products of heading 2006. The preservation method distinguishes them from vinegar-pickled varieties.
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
• Verify that no vinegar or acetic acid is used in preservation to avoid reclassification under heading 2001
• Provide detailed ingredient lists and production process documentation to confirm compliance with 'other' preservation methods
• Check for any pesticide residues common in peppers, as they may trigger additional FDA inspections