Blue Cheese Stuffed Green Olives from Germany
Gourmet green olives stuffed with blue cheese, place packed in saline, ≤1 kg drained per container. Fits 2005.70.18.00 for stuffed green olives in saline. Cheese enhances flavor without changing vegetable classification.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Blue cheese requires strict temperature control <4°C to prevent spoilage
• Allergen declaration for dairy essential on commercial invoice
• Customs may weigh olives vs stuffing; ensure olives >50% by weight