Sappanwood Chips from Mexico
Chips from Caesalpinia sappan heartwood, yielding red dye for cotton and silk fabrics. HTS 1404.90.90.40 applies to these raw wood-derived vegetable materials used primarily in dyeing.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
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 from CITES-approved suppliers to avoid endangered wood restrictions
• Provide end-use statements proving dyeing application over decorative use
• Store in moisture-proof containers to maintain dye quality during transit