Bulk Green Unpitted Olives in Brine for Repacking

Large containers of green olives, unpitted and preserved in a saline solution, each holding over 8 kg drained weight. Certified by the importer for repacking or direct sale as green olives, not intended for immediate retail consumption. Classifies under HTS 2005.70.08.00 as 'other' green olives in saline solution, in bulk containers exceeding 8 kg.

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.

2005.70.02Same rate: 17.5%

If packed in containers holding 8 kg or less drained weight

Smaller containers are classified separately for retail sale, taking precedence over bulk 'other' category.

2001.90Higher: 24% vs 17.5%

If preserved in vinegar or acetic acid instead of saline

Vinegar-preserved olives fall under heading 2001, excluding them from Chapter 20 heading 2005.

0711.20.40.00Same rate: 17.5%

If simply dried or dehydrated, not in saline solution

Dried olives without preservation in liquid are vegetables temporarily preserved, not 'prepared or preserved otherwise'.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain and include importer certification stating use for repacking or sale as green olives to qualify for this subheading

Verify drained weight exceeds 8 kg per container and olives are green, unpitted, in saline (not vinegar) solution

Avoid misclassification as retail-packed olives (2005.70.02.00) by ensuring no consumer-ready packaging

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