Canned Sliced Black Olives from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• 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