Shikimic Acid from Mexico
Shikimic acid, precursor for Tamiflu synthesis, contains the hydroxy-carboxylic structure of 2918.19.90.00. Extracted from star anise or fermented.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Pharma-grade requires >98% purity certification
• Chinese star anise origin requires Section 301 tariff verification
• Fermentation vs extraction method affects documentation