Fresh Gourmet White Asparagus Spears from China
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.
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
• 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