Black Olive Caviar Balls from Germany
Gel-encapsulated black olive paste formed into caviar-sized spheres, offering a Mediterranean twist on luxury caviar. Classified in HTS 1604.32.40.00 as other caviar substitutes from fruit preparations.
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
• Include olive oil content certification for potential preferential tariff treatment
• Watch for EU export certificates if from Mediterranean origins
• Ensure pH testing for shelf-stable preserved product classification