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LB Agar Plates for Bacterial Culture from Mexico

Pre-poured LB (Luria-Bertani) agar plates containing nutrients like tryptone, yeast extract, and sodium chloride, solidified with agar for growing E. coli and other bacteria. Classified under HTS 3821.00.00 as prepared culture media specifically designed for microbial development and maintenance in laboratory settings.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

15%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide certificates of analysis confirming sterility and composition to meet FDA import requirements for lab reagents

• Label clearly as 'non-hazardous research media' to prevent delays from biohazard scrutiny at customs

• Verify shelf-life documentation as expired media may be rejected or reclassified as waste

LB Agar Plates for Bacterial Culture from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3821.00.00