Minced Kalamata Olives in Brine Canned

Canned Kalamata olives, a dark purple-black variety, minced and packed in a saline solution for preservation. Classified under HTS 2005.70.60.60 due to being chopped/minced, non-green, in saline without vinegar, and canned.

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.

2005.70.25Same rate: 35%

If preserved with vinegar or acetic acid

Vinegar-preserved olives, regardless of chop or color, move to the vinegar subheadings in 2005.70.25.

2005.70.60Same rate: 35%

If not explicitly chopped or minced

Larger cut or whole Kalamata olives in cans are under the non-chopped canned black olive code.

2001.90.35.00Higher: 43.1% vs 35%

If in vinegar brine instead of plain saline

Vegetables including olives prepared with vinegar fall under heading 2001.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm varietal color (non-green) via photos or certificates to prevent disputes over green olive classification

Include commercial invoice detailing brine composition and processing method to comply with CBP documentation

Watch for common pitfalls like mislabeling as 'whole' which shifts to 2005.70.60.40