Pitted Green Olives in Brine
Pitted green olives preserved in a salt brine solution, suitable for snacking or cooking, in tin cans each under 13 kg total weight with drained weight compliance. Classified under HTS 2005.70.93.00 for green olives otherwise prepared or preserved in containers less than 13 kg drained.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If artichokes are included in the mix
Products of heading 2006, like artichokes prepared or preserved, take precedence over olive classifications.
If stuffed with non-pimento fillings like almonds
Certain stuffed green olives may fall under subheadings for specific stuffing materials.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Conduct drained weight testing per US customs methods to substantiate the <13 kg criterion
• Include Certificate of Analysis for salt content and pH to comply with FDA acidification rules for low-acid canned foods
• Watch for pit fragments; excessive contamination can lead to FDA rejection at port
Related Products under HTS 2005.70.93.00
Green Olives Stuffed with Pimentos
Green olives stuffed with red pimento peppers, prepared and preserved in a brine solution, packed in glass jars holding less than 13 kg with drained weight under that limit. This product falls under HTS 2005.70.93.00 as green olives otherwise prepared or preserved, not frozen, and not of heading 2006.
Sliced Green Olives for Salads
Sliced green olives preserved in brine, ideal for salads and pizzas, packed in plastic pouches or jars under 13 kg each with appropriate drained weight. This fits HTS 2005.70.93.00 as other green olives prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar, in small containers.
Garlic-Stuffed Green Olives
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.
Spicy Green Olives with Chili
Green olives flavored with chili peppers and spices, preserved in brine, in retail plastic tubs less than 13 kg drained weight. Classifies to HTS 2005.70.93.00 as other prepared green olives not fitting specific stuffing or oil subheadings.
Queen-Size Green Olives in Brine
Large queen-size green olives preserved in brine, unpitted, in 500g jars under 13 kg total with drained compliance. HTS 2005.70.93.00 applies to these other green olives prepared or preserved in small containers.
Herb-Marinated Green Olives
Green olives marinated with herbs like oregano and thyme in brine, no vinegar, in small glass pots under 13 kg drained. Fits HTS 2005.70.93.00 for other green olives otherwise preserved.