Dried Dulse Seaweed from Mexico
Dulse (Palmaria palmata) is a red seaweed dried into flakes or whole fronds, used as a crunchy snack or seasoning in salads and soups. It qualifies for HTS 1212.99.92.00 as other algae intended primarily for human consumption.
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
• Obtain EU or US origin certificates if wild-harvested to prove sustainability
• Document drying process to confirm not fermented or pickled, avoiding chapter 20
• Check for shellfish contamination risks in harvest area via testing reports