Whole Kalamata-Style Black Olives Tin from Germany
Small tins of whole black olives styled like Kalamata (dark purple-black), not pitted, in saline solution, ≤0.3 kg drained. Not green-cured green olives, preserved for retail without freezing or vinegar.
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
• Document brine composition (salt content) to confirm saline solution over other preservatives
• Use precise drained weight scales certified for customs verification
• Watch for mislabeling as 'Greek olives' which might trigger origin scrutiny