California Virgin Mission Olive Oil from Japan
Domestic-style virgin olive oil from Mission olives grown in California, with buttery notes for table use. HTS 1509.40.90.90 applies as other virgin olive oils, not chemically modified despite US production. Bridges New and Old World styles.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Even US-origin needs import docs if re-exported; track substantial transformation rules
• Label 'product of' accurately; common error is origin confusion in transshipments
• Test for pesticide residues per FDA; olives often scrutinized for agricultural chemicals