Fresh Peruvian Asparagus
Fresh Peruvian asparagus is grown in Peru's coastal regions and exported fresh or chilled, offering year-round availability. As fresh or chilled asparagus not otherwise specified, it is classified under tariff item 0709.20.99. Origin does not affect the tariff classification, but may affect duty rates.
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 Peruvian asparagus is for processing
Asparagus for processing is classified separately.
If imported during a specified period by order
Seasonal import measures may apply.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the country of origin to determine if a free trade agreement applies, such as the Canada-Peru FTA, which may reduce or eliminate duty
• Ensure the asparagus is fresh or chilled and not preserved
• Include packaging weight in duty calculations 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.