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0709.60.20 - Chili peppers

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Overview

This category specifically classifies chili peppers, which are distinct from other varieties of peppers and allspice under HTS code 0709.60. The key characteristic defining goods within this subcategory is their identification as chili peppers, encompassing a wide range of piquant varieties often used for culinary heat and flavor.

This specific classification distinguishes chili peppers from their "sibling" category, 0709.60.40, which covers "Other" fruits of the genus *Capsicum* or *Pimenta*. While the parent category broadly includes all peppers, this subcategory isolates those specifically recognized as chilies, differentiating them by their characteristic heat level and common culinary application.

Within this classification, further subcategories exist to provide more granular detail. The 0709.60.20.10 designation is for greenhouse-grown chili peppers, highlighting their cultivation method. An "Other" subcategory exists for chili peppers not grown under greenhouse conditions, allowing for accurate classification based on origin and production environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

›What is HTS code 0709.60.20?
HTS code 0709.60.20 covers Chili peppers under the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. It falls under Chapter 07: Edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers.
›What products are classified under 0709.60.20?
This classification covers Chili peppers. It is a subcategory of Fruits of the genus Capsicum (peppers) or of the genus Pimenta (e.g., allspice): (0709.60).
›How many HTS codes are under 0709.60.20?
There are 2 direct subcategories under this classification.
›What are the subcategories under 0709.60.20?
This category contains 2 subcategories: Greenhouse, Other:.

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