Bulgarian Soft Chalk Lumps from Mexico
Friable, soft lumps of natural chalk from Bulgarian deposits, valued for high whiteness in paper filler applications. Remains crude under HTS 2509.00.10.00 as it's neither powdered nor calcined post-mining. Primarily an intermediate industrial raw material.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Use ISPM-15 compliant wooden pallets for bulk lumps to prevent phytosanitary issues
• Label clearly as 'crude natural chalk - not for direct consumption' to avoid food-grade mixups
• Monitor moisture content; excessive wetting may lead to customs deeming it partially processed