Canned Sliced Black Olives

Canned sliced black olives preserved in a saline solution, not green in color, prepared otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid. These olives are pitted and sliced for convenience in salads, pizzas, and Mediterranean dishes, falling under HTS 2005.70.60.50 due to their specific preparation, packaging in cans, and non-green color.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2005.70Same rate: 35%

If green in color

Green olives in saline solution, even if sliced and canned, classify under the green olive subheading.

2001.90Lower: 24% vs 35%

If not in saline solution but simply preserved

Olives preserved by other means without saline (e.g., oil or dry) fall under heading 2001 for vegetables prepared otherwise.

0711.20.40.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If dried and not in solution

Dried olives, whether sliced or not, are classified as dehydrated vegetables under Chapter 07.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify olives are black (not green) and sliced, with saline brine documentation to confirm HTS 2005.70.60.50 classification

Ensure cans meet FDA food safety standards; provide certificates of analysis for brine composition and pH levels

Avoid misclassification as green olives (2005.70.40); check color via lab testing to prevent duty disputes