Meerschaum Pipe with Case from Mexico
A traditional meerschaum pipe carved from natural mineral block, lightly colored, with a removable amber stem and protective case. Classified under HTS 9614.00.28.90 as an 'other' pipe, since meerschaum is defined as a carving material but not separately headed in 9614 for complete pipes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Document the natural origin of meerschaum to distinguish from agglomerated substitutes, which remain in this code
• Declare if sold with cases separately to avoid set classification issues under packaging rules
• Check for precious metal inlays, as minor amounts stay in Chapter 96 but major ones may shift per notes