Sulfur Dioxide Treated Wood Ear Mushrooms from Mexico
Dried wood ear mushrooms (Auricularia auricula-judae) rehydrated and treated with SO2 for provisional preservation in bulk barrels. Unsuitable raw due to chemical taste and texture, for restaurant or processing use. HTS 0711.59.90.00 applies to these other mushrooms.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
17.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Test for SO2 content; levels >10ppm may require special handling declaration
• Use refrigerated containers if transit >7 days to maintain provisional state
• Avoid consumer packaging to dodge retail duties under Chapter 20