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1301.90.91.20/Raw Seed Lac Clusters/Mexico

Raw Seed Lac Clusters from Mexico

Raw seed lac clusters are small, seed-like aggregations of lac insect resin scraped from host trees, falling under HTS 1301.90.91.20 for seed lac. This form is ideal for industrial melting into shellac flakes used in wood finishing and insulation.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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Import Tips

• Declare exact moisture content as high humidity can lead to reclassification as damaged goods

• Use ISF filings early due to agricultural product status and potential fumigation requirements

• Avoid contamination with stick lac fragments to prevent disputes over seed lac purity

Raw Seed Lac Clusters from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1301.90.91.20