Dutch White Asparagus Spears

Traditional Dutch white asparagus spears, soil-blanched for tenderness, air-freighted whole in season. HTS 0709.20.10.10 covers this white type, unreduced size, Sept-Nov air import. Signature in Dutch cuisine.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+17.5%22.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪Germany5%+10.0%15%
🇯🇵Japan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0709.60.40Higher: 35% vs 22.5%

If sweet peppers for processing

Statistical note for processing peppers; different vegetable/use.

0709.20.10Same rate: 22.5%

If size-reduced tips

Reduced in size variant has own suffix.

0809.40.40.00Lower: 17.5% vs 22.5%

If cherries for retail

Fruit chapters separate from vegetables.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Secure EU phytosanitary certs for Dutch origin; declare as 'white' explicitly

Ensure no post-harvest cutting; monitor for fumigation requirements

Seasonal timing critical for duty rate

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