Sliced Ripe Black Olives in Brine Canned from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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