Agricultural Gypsum Pellets from Mexico
Pelletized natural gypsum for soil pH adjustment and sulfur supplementation. Remains under HTS 2520.10.00.00 as uncalcined gypsum, valued in farming for improving clay soils. Pelleting is mechanical, not chemical processing.
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
• Fumigation certificates if pellets contain organic binders, though pure gypsum exempt
• Label as 'not for human consumption' to avoid food additive scrutiny
• Weight certificates critical for pelleted forms due to uniform density