2005.70.25.20 - Whole stuffed

This HTS category, 2005.70.25.20, specifically covers whole olives that have been prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, and are not frozen. The key distinguishing characteristic is that these olives are "stuffed," meaning they contain an added filling, which could include pimentos, almonds, garlic, or other compatible ingredients. This stuffing process is performed before the olives are preserved, typically in a saline solution, and they are not refrigerated.

This classification is distinct from its sibling category, 2005.70.25.10, which covers whole olives that are pitted but *not* stuffed. It also differs from 2005.70.25.30, which encompasses olives that are either broken, sliced, or prepared in a "salad style," indicating a less intact presentation. The focus here is strictly on whole, intact olives that have been mechanically filled with a separate ingredient.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS, there are no further subdivisions under this specific code. Therefore, importers and exporters should ensure that the goods meet all criteria: prepared or preserved (not frozen), in a saline solution, green in color, pitted or stuffed, whole, and stuffed. The container size, while relevant to the broader category (more than 8 kg drained weight), is an additional factor to confirm correct classification at this detailed level.