Natural South Sea White Pearls from Mexico
Large, lustrous natural pearls harvested from Pinctada maxima oysters in South Sea waters, graded by size and quality but left unstrung and unset. These fall under HTS 7101.10.60.00 as 'other' natural pearls that are worked or graded yet not strung, mounted, or set for jewelry use.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Obtain CITES permits if pearls originate from protected species; verify natural origin with lab certification to distinguish from cultured
• Document grading reports and harvest provenance; declare exact weight and size distribution to match 'other' subheading
• Avoid temporary stringing beyond transport convenience, as it risks reclassification to 7101.10.40