Sicilian Olives Provisionally Preserved from China
Unpitted Sicilian olives stored in a weak acid brine to ensure transport viability. Too bitter and preserved for direct eating, destined for further industrial use. Classed under HTS 0711.20.38.00 other category.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Supplier affidavits confirming no additional curing beyond provisional treatment
• Declare as 'industrial use only' to maintain Chapter 7 status
• Avoid mixing with ready-to-eat lots in same shipment