Fresh Organic Asparagus Bunches Air-Shipped from China
Certified organic asparagus bunches, whole and unchopped, air-freighted seasonally from South America under HTS 0709.20.10.90. Complies with fresh/chilled definition, entering Sept 15-Nov 15 via air for organic retailers. USDA organic certification aligns with statistical notes.
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
• Attach USDA-equivalent organic certificate per General Statistical Note 6 for certified organic breakout
• Declare organic status accurately; mislabeling leads to penalties under customs valuation
• Use expedited air routes to maintain freshness window, avoiding 0711 reclass for overripe shipments