Bulk Pitted Manzanilla Green Olives in Salt Brine from Japan
Manzanilla variety whole green olives, pitted and stored in a saline brine solution, supplied in industrial containers over 8 kg drained weight. Classified in HTS 2005.70.25.10 due to being green, whole pitted olives in saline, not vinegar-preserved or frozen. Commonly used in large-scale food manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Conduct pH and salinity tests to confirm compliance with preservation standards under this HTS code
• Include commercial invoice detailing drained weight, variety, and processing method to avoid customs disputes
• Watch for reclassification if olives show signs of fermentation exceeding typical brine preservation