Refined Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Germany
High-quality olive oil extracted from olives using cold-pressing methods and lightly refined to remove impurities while preserving flavor. Classified under HTS 1509.90.40.00 as 'other' olive oil fractions not chemically modified, distinct from virgin or crude varieties. Typically bottled for retail gourmet cooking.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Verify olive origin with certificates of authenticity to comply with country-specific quotas and avoid misclassification
• Ensure labeling includes acidity levels and refinement process details per FDA food import regulations
• Check for EU PDO/PGI certifications which may affect duty rates under trade agreements