Lemon Stuffed Green Olives Place Packed from Japan
Pitted green olives stuffed with lemon peel or paste, preserved in saline and place packed in small ≤1 kg drained containers. Meets criteria for HTS 2005.70.18.00 as other stuffed green olives. Citrus stuffing is common 'other' variety.
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
• Citrus oils may affect Brix readings; ensure no fermentation to stay under 0.5% alcohol
• pH testing of brine recommended to confirm preservation method is saline-only
• Batch testing for mold common in citrus-stuffed; retain samples for disputes