Oak Bark Tannin Chips from Mexico

Chipped oak bark from Quercus species, harvested and dried, serves as a primary source of natural tannins for vegetable tanning of leather. Listed explicitly under HTS 1404.90.90.20, it qualifies due to its predominant use in the tanning process rather than other applications. Imported in large bales for tannery operations.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

0%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.040%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(iii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Provide evidence of end-use in tanning to customs; check for bark processing level to avoid reclassification; include origin-specific fumigation certificates