Pitted Black Olives in Brine Stand-Up Pouch from Japan
Pitted black olives in a saline brine, packaged in resealable stand-up pouches, non-green and non-canned. This qualifies for HTS 2005.70.75 as other olives in saline solution. Pitting is a common preparation not altering the base classification.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Declare pitting process in documentation to confirm preparation status
• Pouches must be flexible plastic, not rigid metal, for this subheading
• Monitor for moisture-proof seals to pass customs inspection