Chilled Trimmed Asparagus Tips from Mexico
Upper tender tips of asparagus, trimmed and chilled for premium markets, not fully ready-to-eat. Under HTS 0709.20.90.70 as other chilled asparagus excluding specified types. Trimming doesn't change fresh vegetable classification in Chapter 7.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
31.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document trim percentage (<20% weight loss) to avoid parts classification
• Use ice-packed shipping for tips to maintain quality under 2°C