Lemon Stuffed Green Olives Place Packed from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, 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