Bulk Green Olives in Brine for Repacking from Japan
Large containers of green olives preserved in a saline solution, each holding over 8 kg drained weight, certified for repacking or sale as green olives. These olives are provisionally preserved under HTS 0711.20.18.00, remaining unsuitable for immediate consumption due to their bulk preservation state. They align with Chapter 7 notes for provisional preservation prior to processing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain importer certification stating use for repacking or sale as green olives, as required by additional U.S. note 5
• Verify drained weight exceeds 8 kg per container and olives are green, in saline solution, not pitted
• Avoid pitfalls by ensuring documentation proves unsuitability for immediate consumption to prevent reclassification