Natural Conch Pearls from Mexico
Rare, pink to orange non-nacreous pearls from queen conch mollusks, polished and graded by size but unstrung and unset. These fit HTS 7101.10.60.00 as other natural pearls, worked for quality assessment without jewelry preparation.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• CITES Appendix II listing requires export/import permits due to conch overharvesting concerns
• Authenticate with fluorescence testing reports, as conch pearls uniquely glow under UV
• Declare precise quantity and value per pearl; high unit values trigger enhanced scrutiny