Spanish Black Olives Canned in Salt Brine Not Pitted from Japan
Traditional Spanish black olives canned in a salt saline solution, left whole with pits intact for authentic flavor. Used in tapas and cooking; precisely matches HTS 2005.70.50 for non-green, canned, saline olives not pitted.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Submit brine composition analysis to distinguish saline from vinegar preservation
• Comply with EU or origin country export certs for phytosanitary and residue limits
• Watch for reclassification if olives appear pitted during inspection; maintain chain of custody records