Air-Shipped California Jumbo Asparagus from Germany
Large-grade green asparagus grown in California but air-exported back to US facilities during September-November peak demand period, maintained whole and chilled. Fits HTS 0709.20.10 precisely due to seasonal entry, air transport, and unreduced spear lengths.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Use temperature logs from air shipment to prove maintained chilled condition unsuitable for immediate consumption if questioned
• Ensure USDA prior notice filing via ACE system at least 2 hours before arrival for agricultural products