White Asparagus Spears from China
Fresh white asparagus spears, grown under soil mounds to prevent sunlight exposure, resulting in their pale color and mild flavor. Classified under HTS 0709.20.10.10 as white asparagus not reduced in size, imported September 15 to November 15 via air transport. Meets chapter requirements for fresh or chilled vegetables unfit for immediate consumption without preparation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify import dates fall within September 15 to November 15 and confirm air transport documentation like airway bills
• Ensure asparagus is white variety (blanched) with no size reduction; provide phytosanitary certificates from origin
• Avoid misdeclaration as green asparagus to prevent reclassification