Fresh Purple Asparagus Spears from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
21.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Color verification photos in docs to confirm variety; sensitive to bruising during transit
• Check for varietal-specific quotas if applicable in trade agreements
• Avoid plastic wrapping that traps ethylene, leading to spoilage rejections