What defines fresh olives as a commodity?

Fresh olives are classified as vegetables that are harvested and sold without undergoing curing, brining, or oil extraction. They are offered either fresh or chilled for immediate consumption.

How should fresh olives be stored to maintain quality?

Fresh olives should be kept chilled, ideally at refrigeration temperatures, to preserve their texture and flavor. Maintaining the cold chain from harvest through transport prevents spoilage.

Can fresh olives be used directly in cooking, and what are common uses?

Yes, fresh olives can be consumed as is or incorporated into salads, appetizers, and Mediterranean dishes. Their mild flavor makes them suitable for quick preparation without additional processing.

Fresh Olives

Fresh olives are olives that are harvested and sold without undergoing curing, remaining in a fresh or chilled state. They are consumed directly or used as raw material for olive oil production.

Prices, specifications and international trade for fresh olives under HS 070992.

Fresh Olives Price

$1,701USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Fresh Olives Historical Unit Values

Fresh olives is quoted in USD/t at PRT. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Fresh Olives Exports and Imports

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Portugal led reported fresh olives exports in 2025, at $83.1M.

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Fresh Olives Facts and HS Code

Fresh olives belongs to fresh vegetables within produce, nuts, spices and food ingredients. Its customs classification covers HS 070992.

Fresh Olives HS Code

Product type	Raw
Form	Fresh
Position in the chain	Primary
Category	Fresh vegetables — Produce, nuts, spices and food ingredients
HS codes	070992
Quoted in	USD/t
Reference location	PRT

Production & Handling

Processing steps for fresh olives include Chilling.

Production and Storage

Perishability	High
Temperature regime	Chilled
Processing steps	Chilling

Uses & Risks

Fresh olives is used in Fresh table consumption and Olive oil production.

End Uses

Fresh table consumption
Consumed directly as fresh or chilled olives
Olive oil production
Used as raw material for mechanical or chemical extraction of olive oil

Uses and Related Commodities

Downstream industries	Olive oil industry
Leading origins	Algeria, Egypt, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Syria, Tunisia, Türkiye

Fresh Olives Questions

What defines fresh olives as a commodity?: Fresh olives are classified as vegetables that are harvested and sold without undergoing curing, brining, or oil extraction. They are offered either fresh or chilled for immediate consumption.
How should fresh olives be stored to maintain quality?: Fresh olives should be kept chilled, ideally at refrigeration temperatures, to preserve their texture and flavor. Maintaining the cold chain from harvest through transport prevents spoilage.
Can fresh olives be used directly in cooking, and what are common uses?: Yes, fresh olives can be consumed as is or incorporated into salads, appetizers, and Mediterranean dishes. Their mild flavor makes them suitable for quick preparation without additional processing.