Mother-of-Pearl Shirt Buttons from Mexico
Polished buttons made from natural mother-of-pearl shell, typically round with 2 or 4 holes for sewing onto garments like dress shirts. Classified under HTS 9606.29.40.00 as buttons specifically of pearl or shell, distinct from plastic or metal alternatives.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
12.5%
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
• Obtain CITES certification if shell sourced from protected species to ensure compliance with wildlife import regulations
• Label fiber content accurately as 'mother-of-pearl' or 'shell' to avoid misclassification during customs inspection