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Frozen Asparagus Spears

Trimmed asparagus spears blanched and frozen for preservation, excluding vinegar methods. HTS 2004.90.85.95 covers this as other prepared frozen vegetables.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China11.2%+37.5%48.7%
🇲🇽Mexico11.2%+10.0%21.2%
🇨🇦Canada11.2%+10.0%21.2%
🇩🇪Germany11.2%—11.2%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0710.80Lower: 27.4% vs 48.7%

If frozen whole without trimming

Minimally processed frozen asparagus falls under Chapter 7.

2005.40.00.00Lower: 37.5% vs 48.7%

If vinegar preserved

Acetic acid preservation moves to heading 2005.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Document spear trimming and blanching to prove preparation status

• Comply with phytosanitary certificates for asparagus imports

• Avoid bulk packaging that might classify as simply frozen