Natural Freshwater Mussel Pearls from Mexico
Baroque-shaped natural pearls from North American freshwater mussels, cleaned, tumbled, and graded for luster but sold loose without stringing. HTS 7101.10.60.00 covers these as other worked natural pearls not prepared for immediate jewelry assembly.
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
• Provide evidence of sustainable harvesting to comply with U.S
• Fish & Wildlife import rules for mussel species
• Label lots by grade (AAA to A) with photos; avoid any mounting to stay in pearl headings