Dried Bladderwrack Kelp from Mexico
Bladderwrack (Fucus vesiculosus) is dried brown seaweed used in herbal teas, supplements, and traditional medicine for iodine content. As other algae for human consumption, it is under HTS 1212.99.92.00.
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
• Iodine content labeling required; excess can trigger FDA supplement rules
• Wildcrafting permits and sustainability certifications for North Atlantic sources
• Grind post-import if needed to avoid flour misclassification