Natural Tahitian Black Pearls from Mexico
Dark, exotic natural pearls from Tahitian Pinctada margaritifera oysters, drilled and sorted by color intensity and nacre thickness but not strung or mounted. Classified in HTS 7101.10.60.00 as other natural pearls, worked but excluded from strung or set categories.
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
• Require independent gemological certification proving natural formation without nucleus insertion
• Ensure customs declaration specifies 'natural' and provides sieve test if powdered, though typically irrelevant for whole pearls
• Bundle with proper packaging to prevent damage; declare as loose/graded to avoid jewelry heading scrutiny