Chilled Asparagus Tips
Chilled asparagus tips are the upper tender portions of asparagus spears, separated and chilled fresh for culinary use. They are suitable for immediate consumption and not further prepared, falling under tariff item 0709.20.99 as 'other' fresh or chilled asparagus. The heading includes parts of asparagus, not just whole spears.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the tips are imported for processing
Asparagus parts for processing are classified under this separate tariff item.
If imported during a specified period by order
Seasonal imports of asparagus may fall under this item during certain weeks.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the tips are fresh or chilled and not cooked or preserved, as that would change the tariff classification
• Check if the shipment qualifies for preferential duty treatment under a free trade agreement based on origin
• Include the weight of packaging when calculating duties, per supplementary note 1
Related Products under Tariff item 0709.20.99
Baby Asparagus Spears Chilled
Baby asparagus spears, under 8 mm in diameter, are thin and tender, harvested early for use in salads and garnishes. They are fresh or chilled and not further prepared, which places them under tariff item 0709.20.99 as 'other' asparagus. The size does not affect classification, as the heading covers all fresh or chilled asparagus.
Blanched White Asparagus Tips
Blanched white asparagus tips are fresh chilled tips that have been lightly steamed to set texture while remaining raw for cooking. They are not fully cooked or preserved, so they remain fresh or chilled and fall under tariff item 0709.20.99. Blanching is minimal and does not constitute preparation for the purposes of this heading.
Certified Organic Asparagus Bunches
Certified organic asparagus bunches are bundled fresh chilled organic asparagus tied for retail display, packed retail-ready. They are fresh or chilled and not further prepared, falling under tariff item 0709.20.99. Organic certification does not affect the tariff classification.
Certified Organic Asparagus Trimmings
Certified organic asparagus trimmings are fresh, chilled cuts from organic asparagus plants, suitable for soups or processing. They are fresh or chilled and not further prepared, falling under tariff item 0709.20.99. Trimmings are still considered asparagus for classification purposes.
Certified Organic Blanched Asparagus Spears
Certified organic blanched asparagus spears are minimally blanched then chilled, still fresh for immediate use. They are not fully cooked or preserved, so they remain fresh or chilled and fall under tariff item 0709.20.99. The minimal blanching does not change the classification.
Certified Organic Green Asparagus Spears
Fresh, chilled green asparagus spears certified organic, harvested at peak tenderness for culinary use. This product falls under tariff item 0709.20.99 as 'other' asparagus, fresh or chilled, not elsewhere specified or included, and not subject to seasonal or processing-specific classifications.