Sliced Kalamata Olives in Saline Pouch from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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