Chapter 07 · Edible vegetables · Section 2
HS Code 0709.60
Fruits of the genus Capsicum (peppers) or of the genus Pimenta (e.g., allspice)
Heading 0709: Other vegetables, fresh or chilled
US HTS + UK Tariff v4.0.1633 · updated 2026-10-21 · sources
Rates on this page are the official published schedule rates, shown for information. This is not a customs ruling: preference programs, Section 232/301 surcharges and per-shipment fees can change what you actually pay.
United States - HTS lines under 0709.60
Source: official Harmonized Tariff Schedule (USITC). "General" is the normal-trade-relations rate; "Special" lists preference programs; "Other" is the column-2 rate. Additional Section 232/301 duties may apply on top.
| HTS code | Description | General | Special | Other | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0709.60.20 |
Chili peppers 7 statistical lines (10-digit)
|
4.4¢/kg | Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 5.5¢/kg | kg |
| 0709.60.40 |
Chili peppers > Other > Other 23 statistical lines (10-digit)
|
4.7¢/kg | Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 5.5¢/kg | kg |
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European Union - CN codes under 0709.60
Source: EU Combined Nomenclature (Eurostat, © European Union, reused per Decision 2011/833/EU). Duty rates and measures live in TARIC; each code links to the official consultation.
| CN code | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| 0709 60 91 | Of the genus Capsicum, for the manufacture of capsicin or capsicum oleoresin dyes | EU duty (TARIC) → |
| 0709 60 10 | Sweet peppers | EU duty (TARIC) → |
| 0709 60 95 | For the industrial manufacture of essential oils or resinoids | EU duty (TARIC) → |
| 0709 60 99 | Other | EU duty (TARIC) → |
| 0709 60 00 | Fruits of the genus Capsicum or of the genus Pimenta | EU duty (TARIC) → |
United Kingdom - commodity codes under 0709.60
Source: UK Integrated Online Tariff (Open Government Licence v3.0). Declarable 10-digit codes go on the customs declaration; check the official page for the current duty and VAT measures.
| Commodity code | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| 0709 60 00 00 | Fruits of the genus Capsicum or of the genus Pimenta | UK duty & VAT → |
| 0709 60 10 00 | Sweet peppers | UK duty & VAT → |
| 0709 60 91 00 | Of the genus Capsicum, for the manufacture of capsicin or capsicum oleoresin dyes | UK duty & VAT → |
| 0709 60 95 00 | For the industrial manufacture of essential oils or resinoids | UK duty & VAT → |
| 0709 60 99 00 | Other | UK duty & VAT → |
| 0709 60 99 20 | Peppers (other than sweet) (Capsicum spp.) | UK duty & VAT → |
| 0709 60 99 90 | Other | UK duty & VAT → |
Nearby codes in heading 0709
The subheadings immediately before and after 0709.60 in chapter 07.
Sources: U.S. International Trade Commission, Harmonized Tariff Schedule (public domain) · EU Combined Nomenclature © European Union, Eurostat (Decision 2011/833/EU) · UK Integrated Online Tariff, contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data refreshed weekly. Details on About & Data Sources.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about HS code 0709.60.
What is HS code 0709.60?
HS code 0709.60 covers: Fruits of the genus Capsicum (peppers) or of the genus Pimenta (e.g., allspice). It belongs to chapter 07 (Edible vegetables) of the Harmonized System.
What is the US import duty for HS code 0709.60?
The US general (normal trade relations) rates under this subheading range: compound rates. Preference programs and Section 232/301 surcharges can change the effective rate; see the HTS lines for detail.
What is the UK commodity code for 0709.60?
The UK extends 0709.60 to 7 declarable 10-digit commodity codes, starting with 0709600000. The full code goes on the UK customs declaration.