Whole Pitted Niçoise Olives in Brine Bottle from Germany
Small, dark Niçoise olives, whole with pits removed, stored in a saline solution within a plastic bottle. This product matches HTS 2005.70.75.10 as non-green, saline-preserved olives, not canned, prepared without vinegar or freezing. Commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine.
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
• Document varietal purity and pit removal process to prevent misclassification as unpitted
• Use tamper-evident bottles; declare exact saline concentration to comply with FDA food safety rules
• Avoid bulk imports; this subheading suits retail packs under 5kg to dodge quota issues