Bulk Green Olives in Brine for Repacking from Japan
Large containers of unpitted green olives preserved in a saline solution, each holding over 8 kg drained weight, certified for repacking or sale as green olives. These fall under HTS 2005.70.06.00 as they meet additional U.S. note 4 provisions for bulk import intended for further processing or retail repackaging.
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
• Provide importer certification at entry confirming use for repacking or sale as green olives to qualify under this subheading
• Ensure containers exceed 8 kg drained weight and olives are green, unpitted, in saline solution; verify with documentation
• Avoid misclassification by confirming not for direct retail consumption; common pitfall is lacking certification