Raw Meerschaum Blocks from Mexico
Unpolished blocks of natural meerschaum (sepiolite), a soft white mineral clay from Turkish deposits, prior to carving. Covered under HTS 2530.90.8050 as meerschaum per chapter notes, not worked beyond extraction. Primarily imported for pipe and carving crafts.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Certify water content >10% to confirm raw state vs hardened; declare density specs for authenticity; use padded packaging to prevent fracturing