Country of origin plays a vital role in import regulations, particularly in relation to duty rates and customs processes. The USDA is key in setting import restrictions for plant safety. Recently, the USDA lifted a ban on importing peppers from Spain, benefiting importers. The discussion highlights how different countries, like Cuba and North Korea, face higher duty rates due to historical conflicts with the U.S.

#Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 19
#134.1