Fresh Gourmet White Asparagus Spears
Delicate white asparagus spears, blanched underground for mild flavor, air-transported whole during the fall import window without size reduction. HTS 0709.20.10 applies to this fresh/chilled, full-length premium variety meeting all seasonal and transport specs.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If non-air transport during same period
White asparagus has dedicated non-air subheading within seasonal provisions.
If canned or jarred post-import
Preservation processing moves from Chapter 7 fresh vegetables to Chapter 20 prepared.
If temporarily preserved in salt solution
Provisional preservation treatment excludes from fresh per Chapter Note to 0711.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• White asparagus requires special handling declarations for light protection during air transit to prevent greening
• Obtain grower certifications verifying no size reduction post-harvest to avoid reclassification
Related Products under HTS 0709.20.10
Fresh Jumbo Green Asparagus Spears
Thick, premium green asparagus spears measuring 8-10 inches long, harvested at peak freshness and air-shipped to the US between September 15 and November 15. Classified under HTS 0709.20.10 due to being fresh/chilled, not trimmed or reduced in size, meeting the seasonal entry window and air transport requirement for off-season supply.
Fresh Peruvian Green Asparagus Bunches
Whole green asparagus bunches from Peru, packed in 1-2 lb units with natural sizes intact, air-freighted during the specified fall window for US markets. Meets HTS 0709.20.10 criteria as fresh, full-size spears transported by air in-season for import.
Organic Fresh Green Asparagus Bundles
Certified organic green asparagus in whole spear bundles, air-freighted September 15-November 15 to supply US organic markets without trimming. Qualifies for HTS 0709.20.10 as fresh, seasonal, air-transported produce maintaining original size.
Fresh Air-Freighted Asparagus Crowns
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.
Air-Shipped California Jumbo Asparagus
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.