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