Picholine Olives in Oil from Germany
French Picholine green olives preserved in pure olive oil after lye and brine treatment. HTS 2005.70.97.00 covers this non-vinegar, retail-packed olive product.
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
• Test oil acidity levels to confirm it's not a juice concentrate misdeclared
• Provide drained weight certificates for accurate duty calculation on olive content
• Avoid pitting common error; unpitted status affects 'other' classification