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Bleached Seed Lac Seeds from Mexico

Bleached seed lac seeds undergo minimal solar bleaching while retaining raw status under HTS 1301.90.91.20 for seed lac. Ideal for lighter-colored shellac in cosmetics and confectionery glazes.

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

Test for bleaching agents to ensure no chemical treatment pushing to Chapter 32

Provide color fastness certificates for end-use in pharmaceuticals

Segregate from dark seed lac to avoid averaging in customs valuation