Virgin Olive Oil 500ml Tin from Germany
Virgin olive oil obtained solely by mechanical means without refining, packed in a 500ml tin container totaling under 18 kg. Fits HTS 1509.40.20.90 for other virgin olive oils in lightweight packaging, excluding extra virgin due to higher acidity.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide extraction method documentation proving mechanical process only to confirm virgin status
• Check container tare weight to ensure total under 18kg; common error is overlooking immediate packaging
• Comply with country-of-origin marking on tins to avoid delays at customs