Palm Kernel Halves from Mexico
Palm kernel halves are palm kernels split into two pieces after shell removal, facilitating oil extraction. HTS 1207.10.00.00 includes such broken forms of palm nuts and kernels as other oil seeds and oleaginous fruits. Common in bulk shipments to refineries.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify breakage method (manual vs mechanical) in commercial docs; ensure no shell fragments to prevent downgrade; check quota restrictions in destination markets