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U.S. imports of whole pepper (neither crushed nor ground) (SITC 07511) totaled $43.8M in April 2026, traded with 30 countries.
Importers of Whole Pepper (Neither Crushed nor Ground) paid $26K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 9.9% on $263K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Whole Pepper (Neither Crushed nor Ground) imports of $43.8M in April 2026 ran 14% above the year-to-date monthly average of $38.2M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataWhole peppercorns — black, white, green, and red — traded in their intact berry form are the benchmark spice commodity in this heading, distinguished from crushed or ground pepper by processing state, which directly affects duty treatment and end-use application. Vietnam has emerged as the dominant global supplier of whole pepper, and US importers sourcing from major Asian origins should be aware of any applicable trade-remedy measures that may affect landed cost. FDA regulates imported spices as food, and whole pepper shipments are subject to examination for filth, Salmonella, and pesticide residues.
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Whole pepper and crushed or ground pepper occupy separate SITC and HTS headings, and the duty rates and statistical reporting differ between them. Importers should confirm the exact physical form at time of entry, as partially broken or cracked peppercorns may require a classification ruling to determine whether they meet the 'neither crushed nor ground' threshold.
FDA's primary concerns for whole pepper include Salmonella contamination, pesticide residue levels, and the presence of filth or foreign matter. Suppliers with prior violation histories may be placed on automatic detention, requiring costly testing before release. Importers should request certificates of analysis and work with suppliers who follow Good Agricultural Practices.
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