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Sliced Ripe Black Olives in Brine Canned

Canned ripe black olives sliced and preserved in a saline solution, meeting the criteria for non-green olives under 2005.70.60.70. These 'other' forms include broken or wedged styles, preserved without acetic acid. Ideal for pizzas and salads.

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.

2005.70.60Same rate: 35%

If whole, not wedged or broken

Whole canned black olives in saline use 2005.70.60.10, while sliced/wedged fall into the 'other' basket.

2009.89.70Lower: 25% vs 35%

If in vinegar or acetic acid

Olives preserved with vinegar shift to heading 2009 for fruit/vegetable juices and preserves with acid.

0711.20Lower: 10% vs 35%

If provisionally preserved but not for retail

Olives temporarily preserved in brine for further processing go to 0711, not retail-canned under 2005.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include certificates of analysis confirming saline preservation and black color to prevent reclassification

Label containers with country of origin and 'product of' for olives, complying with USDA import requirements

Watch for common pitfall of overpacking leading to weight disputes at customs