Asparagus
Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, other than products of heading 2006: > Asparagus
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 2005.60.00.00
Canned Asparagus Spears
Whole asparagus spears preserved in water or brine inside metal cans, ready for immediate consumption. This product falls under HTS 2005.60.00.00 as asparagus prepared otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, and not a product of heading 2006. It is typically packed for retail sale without added acetic acid.
Jarred Asparagus Tips
Cut asparagus tips packed in glass jars with brine, suitable for salads or side dishes. Classified under HTS 2005.60.00.00 for asparagus preserved without vinegar or freezing, distinct from pickled or homogenized products. The preparation involves cooking and canning without acetic acid.
Brined Asparagus Cuts and Pieces
Chopped asparagus pieces preserved in brine, often used in soups or as an ingredient. This fits HTS 2005.60.00.00 as 'asparagus' prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar, not frozen, encompassing irregular cuts. It excludes homogenized infant food under 2005.10.
Canned White Asparagus
Premium white asparagus spears canned in light brine, harvested before full sunlight exposure for mild flavor. Under HTS 2005.60.00.00 as asparagus preserved without vinegar or freezing, including varietal types like white. Prepared by peeling, cooking, and packing.
Asparagus in Glass Jars with Brine
Whole green asparagus packed in glass jars with salt brine for extended shelf life. This product is classified in HTS 2005.60.00.00 for non-vinegar, non-frozen asparagus preparations suitable for retail. Glass packaging distinguishes it from bulk cans.
Sterilized Asparagus Puree
Smooth asparagus puree thermally processed and sterilized in pouches or cans, used as a base for sauces. Falls under HTS 2005.60.00.00 as preserved asparagus not finely homogenized for infants, nor vinegar-treated. Visible fiber distinguishes from 2005.10 preps.
Canned Asparagus Salad Mix
Asparagus spears with minor vegetables in brine, where asparagus predominates. Classified under HTS 2005.60.00.00 if asparagus is the principal ingredient in preserved form without vinegar. Excludes mixtures where other veggies prevail.
Retail Pouch Asparagus Spears
Flexible pouch-packed asparagus spears in brine for convenience retail. HTS 2005.60.00.00 covers this non-vinegar, non-frozen preparation, emphasizing retail packaging under 250g options. Sterilized for shelf stability.