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.

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.

2005.70.16.00Same rate: 17.5%

If in containers for retail sale

Retail-packed versions may fall under specific container subheadings.

2001.90Higher: 24% vs 17.5%

If preserved by vinegar

Vinegar or acetic acid use moves olives to Chapter 2001 headings.

2005.70.02Same rate: 17.5%

If stuffed with pimento

Stuffed olives are treated as a distinct prepared product.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include certificates of origin from EU producers like Spain, common for Manzanilla, to qualify for preferential duties

Label containers clearly with 'unpitted' and brine composition to prevent CBP reclassification

Watch for sodium content declarations required by FDA for retail import