Lime Bark Strips from Mexico

Strips from lime tree bark, prepared for plaiting bags and mats in traditional crafts. HTS 1401.90.40.00 covers lime bark as a vegetable material primarily for plaiting.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

13.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Source sustainably; declare bark origin to meet Lacey Act requirements

Avoid soaking pre-shipment if it renders it a wet pulp, changing classification

Label as 'plaiting grade' to differentiate from tanning materials

Lime Bark Strips from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1401.90.40.00