0709.60.40.69 - Orange

This HTS category, 0709.60.40.69, specifically classifies "Orange" sweet bell-type peppers (Capsicum annum) that are certified organic. This means the peppers must meet the stringent requirements of organic certification programs for cultivation, handling, and processing, ensuring they are grown without synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or genetically modified organisms. The "Orange" designation is a key differentiator, referring to the mature color of the pepper.

This classification is distinct from its siblings, which cover other colors of certified organic sweet bell peppers: 0709.60.40.60 for green, 0709.60.40.63 for red, and 0709.60.40.66 for yellow. While all fall under the broader umbrella of certified organic sweet bell peppers, the specific hue of the fruit is the determining factor for classification at this level. The sibling category 0709.60.40.72 encompasses other colors not explicitly listed.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories within 0709.60.40.69. Classification ceases at this point, meaning any shipment of certified organic orange sweet bell peppers would be definitively classified under this code. Importers and exporters should ensure that valid organic certification documentation is readily available to support this classification in the event of a customs audit.