Fresh Jumbo Green Asparagus Spears from Mexico

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.

Duty Rate — Mexico → 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

Verify entry date falls within September 15 to November 15 and obtain air waybill as proof of air transport to qualify for this specific subheading

Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming pest-free status and compliance with USDA APHIS import requirements for fresh asparagus

Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring transport method or entry timing, which could shift classification to higher-duty codes