Green Unpitted Olives in Brine
Whole green olives preserved in a saline solution, not pitted, prepared without vinegar or acetic acid. These fall under HTS 2005.70.12.00 as green olives in saline solution that are not pitted and not from specific excluded categories.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If pitted
Pitted green olives in saline solution shift to a different subheading due to processing level.
If black in color
Black olives, even in saline, are classified separately based on color distinction in the tariff.
If dried and not in solution
Dried olives without liquid preservation fall under temporarily preserved vegetables.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify olives are green, unpitted, and preserved solely in saline solution to avoid reclassification under pitted or vinegar-based subheadings
• Provide lab analysis confirming no acetic acid content and compliance with FDA food safety standards for preserved vegetables
Related Products under HTS 2005.70.12.00
Manzanilla Green Olives in Salt Brine
Manzanilla variety green olives, whole and unpitted, packed in a salt-based saline solution for preservation. Classified under HTS 2005.70.12.00 for non-pitted green olives in saline, excluding vinegar preparations.
Sicilian Green Olives in Brine Jar
Sicilian-style green olives, unpitted and preserved in a saline brine solution, not frozen or vinegar-based. Fits HTS 2005.70.12.00 as other green unpitted olives in saline solution.
Queen-Size Green Olives Unpitted in Saline
Large Queen-size green olives preserved whole and unpitted in a saline solution, otherwise than by vinegar. This product is specifically under HTS 2005.70.12.00 for other green olives in saline.
Hojiblanca Green Olives Unpitted Brined
Hojiblanca green olives kept whole and unpitted in a saline brine preservation method. This aligns with HTS 2005.70.12.00 for non-specialty green olives in saline.
Spanish Gordal Green Olives in Brine
Gordal variety Spanish green olives, unpitted, stored in saline brine for preservation without acetic acid. Classified in HTS 2005.70.12.00 as other green unpitted olives.
California Green Olives in Saline Solution
Domestic-style California green olives preserved unpitted in saline, not vinegar-processed or frozen. Meets criteria for HTS 2005.70.12.00 other green olives.