Sea Sponge Cosmetic Pad from Mexico
Natural harvested sea sponge cut into pads for blending organic makeup products gently. Classified under HTS 9616.20.00.00 for cosmetic use, separate from Chapter 50 silk or Chapter 39 synthetics.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• CITES certification for certain sea sponges to comply with wildlife laws
• Cleaning process documentation prevents food-grade confusion
• Size standardization avoids 'unwrought' classification