Sliced Kalamata Olives in Saline Pouch from China
Sliced Kalamata variety olives, dark purple-black, preserved in brine within flexible plastic pouches, not canned. Classified under HTS 2005.70.75.15 due to saline preservation, non-green color, sliced form, and non-canned packaging. Ideal for salads and snacks, meeting 'other' sliced criteria.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Confirm Kalamata as non-green via photos or certificates; CBP may inspect color
• Document packaging as non-canned (e.g
• retort pouch vs. retorted can) to avoid 2005.70.75.10
• Ensure pH and salt content labels for food safety; watch for acetic acid traces triggering 2001