US Tariffs on Lac, Gums, Resins from Mexico — 10% (2026)

Mexico is a significant source of lac, gums, resins imports into the United States, with approximately $779B in total bilateral trade.

The current tariff framework for lac, gums, resins from Mexico reflects the post-SCOTUS landscape: a 10% Section 122 tariff replaced the previously higher IEEPA rates after the Court's February 2026 ruling.

The Section 122 tariff is subject to a 150-day statutory time limit and is set to expire approximately July 24, 2026, unless Congress acts to extend or replace it. Importers should monitor legislative developments closely as this deadline approaches.

Lac, Gums, Resins (HTS Chapter 13) carry an average MFN duty rate of 1.8% in addition to the Section 122 tariff. No additional Section 232 or Section 301 surcharges apply to most products in this category from Mexico.

Mexico is party to the USMCA, which may provide preferential or duty-free access for qualifying lac, gums, resins. Importers should verify rules of origin requirements to take advantage of preferential rates.

Key products in HTS Chapter 13 imported from Mexico include Gum arabic, Shellac, Natural resins, Vegetable saps, Pectin, and Agar-agar.