Niçoise Olives in Light Brine from Germany
Small French Niçoise olives naturally cured in a light salt brine, ideal for salads. Classified in HTS 2005.70.97.00 as other preserved olives excluding vinegar methods.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Obtain EU PDO certification documentation if claimed, as it affects admissibility
• Monitor for mold during storage; declare humidity controls in shipping papers
• Differentiate 'natural' from 'ripened' processes in entry summaries