Canned White Asparagus from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
49.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
9903.88.0325%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)
Import Tips
• Specify 'white asparagus' on invoices; varietal differences don't affect heading but aid valuation
• Meet EU export certs for pesticide residues, as white asparagus often faces scrutiny
• Batch-test for histamine levels in preserved spears to comply with FDA seafood-like guidelines