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U.S. imports of prepared or preserved vegetables, nes (not frozen, not vinegar/acetic acid) (SITC 05679) totaled $139.3M in July 2026, traded with 86 countries.
Importers of Prepared or Preserved Vegetables, NES (Not Frozen, Not Vinegar/Acetic Acid) paid $17.8M in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 16% on $114.6M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: July 2026 dataA broad residual heading capturing shelf-stable vegetable preparations — including artichoke hearts, capers, olives prepared without acetic acid, and mixed vegetable blends — that do not fit more specific SITC categories and are not frozen. The catch-all nature of this heading means classification disputes are common, particularly for mixed-vegetable products where the essential character must be determined. FDA entry review applies to all such imports, and country-of-origin labeling requirements add a compliance layer for retail-packaged goods.
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7.7K shipments/mo
Basic heading 25 of 337 in section 0
Basic heading 05679 · $139.3M of $14.4B
For mixed preparations, classification typically follows the vegetable that imparts the essential character of the product — by weight, value, or commercial identity. When no single vegetable predominates, the residual NES heading (05679) is the appropriate classification. Importers should document the composition and processing method and confirm the HTS subheading with a licensed customs broker, as misclassification can trigger duty underpayments or admissibility issues.
Yes — capers and olives preserved in salt brine or oil rather than vinegar or acetic acid generally fall within this residual prepared-vegetables heading, provided they do not fit a more specific SITC category. The preservation method is the key determinant: vinegar- or acetic-acid-preserved versions classify elsewhere. Consult a licensed customs broker to confirm the correct HTS subheading for your specific product.
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$139.3MYoY · Pro
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$16.5MYoY · Pro
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YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.