Canned Minced Niçoise Olives in Brine from Japan
Small black Niçoise olives from France, minced and preserved in canned saline solution. HTS 2005.70.60.60 applies to these chopped non-green olives prepared without vinegar or freezing.
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
• Label with nutritional info and allergen statements (olives may contain pits) per FDA rules
• Conduct brine salinity tests if challenged, as saline solution is key to this classification
• Separate shipments of mixed whole/chopped to avoid average classification issues