Garlic-Stuffed Green Olives from Japan
Green olives stuffed with garlic cloves, preserved in light brine, in 1-liter glass jars under 13 kg with drained weight met. Under HTS 2005.70.93.00 for other green olives in small containers, prepared without vinegar.
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
• Allergen labeling for garlic is mandatory; declare sulfites if used in preservation
• Sample for metal detection to ensure no glass or pit fragments from stuffing process
• Avoid bulk shipments misdeclared as smaller units to prevent duty evasion penalties