Virgin Olive Oil 500ml Tin from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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