Whole Green Olives Stuffed with Red Peppers from Germany
Classic whole green olives stuffed with roasted red peppers, in saline solution, retail-packed in 8 kg or less drained weight containers. Directly under HTS 2005.70.25.50 as whole stuffed green olives, other than pimento-specific if distinguished. Versatile for salads and martinis.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Differentiate from pimento stuffing in entry docs if non-traditional peppers to secure 'other' status
• Ensure peppers are vegetable-only, no added sugars that could invoke Brix value notes
• Batch testing for color fastness, as fading may indicate improper saline preservation