Black Ripe Olives in Water from Mexico
California-style black ripe olives cured with oxygen processing and packed in water. These fall under HTS 2005.70.97.00 for other non-vinegar preserved olives, distinct from stuffed varieties.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document the oxidation curing process to confirm classification away from natural brine olives
• Ensure child-resistant packaging compliance for retail sizes to meet CPSC standards
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'pickles' which could redirect to cucumber headings