Capsicum Oleoresin from Japan
Capsicum oleoresin from chili peppers extracts capsaicin for heat in sauces and repellents. Classified HTS 3301.90.10.50 as other extracted oleoresins, it's standardized for Scoville units. Primarily food/pharma grade, avoiding natural pepper classification.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Mandate Scoville Heat Unit (SHU) certification; handle as hazardous material if >1% capsaicin; differentiate from Chapter 9 via extraction method documentation