Garlic Stuffed Green Olives in Brine from Japan
Place-packed green olives stuffed with garlic cloves, preserved in a saline solution within containers of ≤1 kg drained weight. This HTS code applies as they are green, pitted/stuffed olives in saline, not vinegar-preserved or frozen. The place-packing ensures minimal liquid for premium presentation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain FDA prior notice for perishable food imports and ensure stuffing material (garlic) meets food safety standards
• Document saline solution composition to distinguish from acetic acid brines, preventing reclassification
• Check for color verification; non-green olives would shift to 2005.70.12.00 or similar