Unpitted Ripe Green Olives in Saline, 500g Can

Unpitted ripe green olives preserved in saline solution, canned in 500g containers under 13kg. This product meets HTS 2005.70.02 criteria for green, ripe, unpitted olives in small containers within the annual quota limit. The brine ensures preservation without vinegar or freezing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2005.70.16Same rate: 17.5%

If pitted and ripe

Pitted versions of ripe green olives in saline go to the pitted ripe green subheading.

2001.90Higher: 24% vs 17.5%

If preserved in vinegar

Vinegar-pickled olives classify under vinegar-preserved vegetables in heading 2001.

2005.70.60Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If in containers 13kg or larger

Same olives but in bulk containers ≥13kg drained weight use the larger container provision.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document container net/gross weights and drained olive weight; CBP requires exact measurements

Confirm ripeness via color (green) and maturity tests to avoid reclassification