Garlic Stuffed Green Place Packed Olives from Japan
Place packed green olives stuffed with garlic cloves in saline solution, containers ≤1 kg drained weight. Fits HTS 2005.70.16.00 for stuffed green olives in saline, quota-applicable for retail packs. Prepared otherwise than by vinegar, not frozen.
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
• Label with full ingredient list including saline composition; monitor calendar year quota closely
• Pitfall: reclassification if garlic pieces too large, resembling mixed vegetables
• Use FDA prior notice for food safety