Fresh Jumbo Peruvian Asparagus from Canada

Thick-stalked asparagus (Asparagus officinalis) harvested fresh in Peru and air-shipped to the US, entering between September 15 and November 15. Classified under HTS 0709.20.10.90 as fresh or chilled asparagus, not reduced in size, meeting the seasonal air-transport criteria for off-season import. These spears are unsuitable for immediate consumption without trimming and remain whole.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

15%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify entry date falls within September 15 to November 15 and confirm air transport documentation like air waybill to qualify for this subheading

Provide phytosanitary certificates from origin country proving freedom from pests; US APHIS inspection mandatory upon arrival

Avoid misdeclaration as reduced-in-size (e.g

trimmed spears) which shifts to 0709.20.20, potentially higher duties

Fresh Jumbo Peruvian Asparagus from Canada — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0709.20.10.90