Asparagus in Glass Jars with Brine
Whole green asparagus spears packed in glass jars with salt brine, thermally processed for shelf stability. This product is prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid and is not frozen, meeting the terms of tariff item 2005.60.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 14% | — | 14% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 14% | — | 14% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 14% | — | 14% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 14% | — | 14% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 14% | — | 14% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the brine contains vinegar or acetic acid
Preparations preserved by vinegar or acetic acid fall under heading 2001, not 2005.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the brine does not contain vinegar or acetic acid, as that would shift classification to heading 2001
• Declare the product as 'prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar' and provide a detailed ingredient list to the CBSA
• Verify the net weight and packaging type for accurate tariff classification
Related Products under Tariff item 2005.60.00
Brined Asparagus Cuts and Pieces
Chopped asparagus pieces preserved in brine, not frozen, and not prepared with vinegar. These irregular cuts are suitable for soups or as an ingredient, and they fall under tariff item 2005.60.00 as asparagus prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar.
Canned Asparagus Salad Mix
Asparagus spears with minor vegetables in brine, where asparagus is the principal ingredient. This preparation is not frozen and not preserved by vinegar, so it falls under tariff item 2005.60.00 as asparagus prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar.
Canned Asparagus Spears
Whole asparagus spears preserved in water or brine inside metal cans, ready for immediate consumption. This product is prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid and is not frozen, meeting the terms of tariff item 2005.60.00.
Canned White Asparagus
Premium white asparagus spears canned in light brine, harvested before full sunlight exposure for a mild flavor. This product is not frozen and not preserved by vinegar, so it falls under tariff item 2005.60.00 as asparagus prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar.
Jarred Asparagus Tips
Cut asparagus tips packed in glass jars with brine, suitable for salads or side dishes. This product is prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid and is not frozen, meeting the terms of tariff item 2005.60.00.
Retail Pouch Asparagus Spears
Flexible pouch-packed asparagus spears in brine for convenience retail, sterilized for shelf stability. This product is not frozen and not preserved by vinegar, so it falls under tariff item 2005.60.00 as asparagus prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar.