How This Bottle Is Rated: Provenance, Cultivar & Freshness Analysis
This bottle is rated on its verified origin transparency, Chemlali olive variety fatty-acid and antioxidant profile, light-protective packaging (Dark Glass), and US FDA customs inspection history. Independent chemical lab testing (measuring Free Fatty Acidity, Peroxide Value, and Total Polyphenols) is added as bottles complete bench verification.
Where to Buy Trader Joe's Tunisian Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
| Store / Retailer | Bottle Size | Shelf Price | Unit Price ($/L) | Last Verified | Store Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trader Joe's | 500 mL (16.9 fl oz) | $8.99 | $17.98/L | 2026-11-06 | Browse Trader Joe's |
Origin, Harvest & Sensory Profile
Cultivar Fatty-Acid & Thermal Chemistry
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 tbsp (15 mL / 14g)
FDA Import Refusal Check
No US FDA OASIS customs import refusals were matched directly to Trader Joe's. Origin country (Tunisia) logged 5 industry-wide port refusals in the 5-year OASIS dataset.
Trader Joe's Tunisian Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil Strengths & Limitations
- ✓Single-origin traceability from Tunisia (Sfax)
- ✓UV-protective Dark Glass packaging helps preserve polyphenols and prevent photo-oxidation
- ✓Disclosed olive cultivar (Chemlali)
- ✓Clean US FDA OASIS customs record with zero brand-level port refusals
- •Specific harvest campaign date is not listed on online retailer product pages
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Trader Joe's Tunisian Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil single-origin or a multi-country blend?
Trader Joe's Tunisian Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil is a single-origin extra virgin olive oil sourced from Tunisia (Sfax).
What olive cultivars and polyphenol levels does Trader Joe's Tunisian Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil have?
Trader Joe's Tunisian Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil is pressed from Chemlali olives (Not Listed Online (Check Bottle)). Exact total polyphenols (mg/kg) vary by harvest date and olive cultivar and are published once the bottle completes CDR FoodLab® bench testing.
How is Trader Joe's Tunisian Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil packaged and does it protect against UV oxidation?
Trader Joe's Tunisian Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil is packaged in Dark Glass. Dark Glass blocks damaging UV light on supermarket shelves, helping preserve chlorophyll and antioxidant polyphenols. Harvest campaign status: Check Bottle Label.
What is the Trust Score and Verdict for Trader Joe's Tunisian Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil?
Trader Joe's Tunisian Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil earns an Estimated Trust Score of 66/100 (Grade B — Decent Basic Cooking Oil) with a Data Confidence Score of 40% (Low — Physical Back-Label Check Needed: Limited online label disclosure — physical back-label check recommended before buying.). Commercial olive oil from Tunisia suitable for everyday pan cooking.
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