Fresh Green Asparagus Spears
Long, tender green asparagus spears harvested at peak freshness, typically sold in bunches for culinary use. Classified under HTS 0709.20.90.70 as fresh or chilled asparagus that is neither Cape of Good Hope nor of a kind suitable for immediate consumption without preparation. This fresh vegetable falls in Chapter 7 for edible vegetables and remains uncooked or unprocessed.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If Cape of Good Hope variety
Specific subheading for Cape of Good Hope asparagus distinguishes it from other varieties in the same fresh/chilled category.
If provisionally preserved in brine or sulfur water for transport
Vegetables treated solely for provisional preservation during storage fall under heading 0711, unsuitable for immediate consumption.
If frozen asparagus spears
Frozen vegetables, even if otherwise identical, shift to Chapter 71 heading 0710 as they are no longer fresh or chilled.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify phytosanitary certificates from origin to confirm pest-free status and compliance with USDA APHIS requirements for fresh produce
• Ensure proper cold chain documentation to prove chilled condition upon arrival, avoiding reclassification as unfit for import
• Label bunches clearly with country of origin and variety to prevent customs delays; watch for common misdeclaration as frozen (0710)
Related Products under HTS 0709.20.90.70
Fresh White Asparagus Stalks
Blanched white asparagus stalks, grown under soil mounds for a mild flavor, imported fresh or chilled in bundles. Fits HTS 0709.20.90.70 as 'other' fresh/chilled asparagus excluding Cape varieties or ready-to-eat types. Chapter 7 covers this uncooked vegetable product.
Fresh Purple Asparagus Spears
Vibrant purple asparagus spears, a hybrid variety with nutty flavor, imported fresh or chilled. HTS 0709.20.90.70 covers this 'other' asparagus not fitting Cape or ready-to-eat criteria. Fresh state keeps it in Chapter 7 vegetables.
Fresh Peruvian Asparagus Spears
High-quality green asparagus from Peru, fresh or chilled, major global exporter in off-season. HTS 0709.20.90.70 for other varieties meeting fresh criteria. Origin doesn't alter Chapter 7 vegetable heading.
Fresh Mexican White Asparagus
White asparagus cultivated in Mexico's cool regions, fresh or chilled for export. Classified HTS 0709.20.90.70 as other non-Cape asparagus. Fresh produce under Chapter 7.
Chilled Asparagus for Processing
Fresh chilled asparagus destined for canning or freezing plants, not retail-ready. HTS 0709.20.90.70 covers this industrial-use fresh product. Remains Chapter 7 until processed.
Fresh Thin Asparagus Sprouts
Baby thin asparagus sprouts, fresh or chilled, gourmet variety under 8mm diameter. HTS 0709.20.90.70 for other sizes/varieties. Fresh Chapter 7 product.