Fresh Air-Freighted Asparagus Crowns from Japan
Whole asparagus spears including natural crowns/tips intact, premium grade air-shipped in fall window for restaurant supply. HTS 0709.20.10 covers these full-size, fresh/chilled spears transported by air during specified months.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Air waybill must specify asparagus as cargo to prove transport method compliance
• Use ventilated crates to prevent tip rot during air transit humidity changes
• Double-check calendar for exact entry dates; CBP strictly enforces seasonal provisions