Whole Stuffed Green Olives with Pimento in Brine from Mexico
Large whole green olives stuffed with red pimento strips, packed in a saline solution in industrial-sized containers exceeding 8 kg drained weight. These are preserved otherwise than by vinegar, not frozen, and classified under 2005.70.25.20 as whole stuffed green olives in a saline solution for bulk use. The stuffing and container size distinguish them from retail or pitted varieties.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Verify drained weight exceeds 8 kg per container and confirm green color and whole stuffed status via lab testing if needed
• Ensure FDA prior notice and facility registration for preserved vegetables
• Avoid misdeclaration as retail packs to prevent reclassification and penalties