Black Olives in Salt Solution from Canada
Unpitted black olives stored in a high-salt aqueous solution to prevent spoilage during shipping. This provisional preservation renders them too salty for direct consumption, necessitating dilution or processing. Fits HTS 0711.20.38.00 for other unpitted olives not pitted.
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
• Document salt concentration levels to prove unsuitability for immediate consumption as per Chapter Note to 0711
• Avoid common error of importing in retail packaging; bulk drums ensure Chapter 7 classification
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for preserved vegetables entering the US