Garlic Stuffed Green Place Packed Olives from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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