Pitted Spanish Green Olives in Brine from China
These are pitted green olives of the Spanish style, prepared in a saline solution, packed in containers holding 8 kg or less drained weight, as defined in statistical note 1 to chapter 20. They are green in color, stuffed or pitted, and classified under HTS 2005.70.25.70 due to their specific preparation and packaging for retail. This style typically features Manzanilla olives with a firm texture suitable for snacking.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify drained weight does not exceed 8 kg per container to qualify for this subheading; ensure labeling indicates 'Spanish style' per statistical note 1
• Obtain certificates of origin for potential preferential tariffs and test for compliance with FDA food safety standards on brine salinity