Pitted Green Olives in Brine from Japan
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.
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
• 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