Black Olive Caviar Balls from Japan
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 — 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
• 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