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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