Chilled Jumbo Asparagus from China
Extra-thick jumbo green asparagus spears, chilled post-harvest to preserve crispness. HTS 0709.20.90 covers these as other fresh or chilled asparagus varieties. Commonly used in high-end restaurants.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.3%
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
• Include grading certificates for size (jumbo >16mm diameter) to support value declarations
• Use refrigerated containers with temperature logs to maintain 'chilled' not 'frozen' status