Industrial Green Olives in Brine Drums from Canada
55-gallon drums of unpitted green olives in saline brine, over 8 kg drained weight, intended for food processing repacking lines. These are provisionally preserved to prevent spoilage during transport but not ready for direct consumer use. Fits HTS 0711.20.28.00 due to color, preservation method, container size, and certified repack purpose.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Verify drained weight exceeds 8 kg per container with lab certification to meet statistical requirements
• Include proof of saline-only preservation (no additives making them edible immediately) in entry docs
• Watch for CBP scrutiny on 'green' color definition to prevent reclassification to black olive codes