Myrrh Gum-Resin from Mexico
Myrrh is a natural gum-resin exuded from Commiphora trees, valued for its antiseptic properties in incense, perfumes, and traditional remedies. Classified under HTS 1301.90.91 as other gum-resins, excluding those used as tanning extracts or essential oils. It is collected as hardened tears from tree incisions.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include lab analysis confirming no medicinal formulation to prevent shift to Chapter 30
• Declare as raw gum-resin; packaging for retail perfumery may risk Chapter 33 classification
• Ensure compliance with CITES if from endangered species sources