Whole Green Olives Stuffed with Red Peppers from Japan
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 — 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
• 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