Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice Extract (DGL) from Mexico
Licorice root extract processed to remove most glycyrrhizin, used in digestive supplements. Still classified under HTS 1302.12.00.00 as it remains a licorice vegetable extract, not a full medicament.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide processing specs showing deglycyrrhizination but retention of licorice extract nature
• Avoid therapeutic claims on labels to prevent pharmaceutical reclassification
• Batch testing for glycyrrhizin levels (<3%) supports 1302 classification