Kalamata Olives in Brine from China
Whole Kalamata variety olives preserved in a sulfur water or brine mixture for temporary storage. Unsuitable in this state for immediate eating due to preservation treatment, requiring further curing. Covered by HTS 0711.20.38.00 as other unpitted olives.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Include variety-specific documentation; Kalamata must confirm unpitted status via photos or samples
• Watch for reclassification if brine includes herbs/spices, potentially moving to Chapter 20
• Ensure containers are food-grade and labeled with preservation method to avoid CBP holds