HS Heading 9903 : Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter
HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION
HS Heading 9903 encompasses except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of mexico, as provided for in u.s. note 2(a) to this subchapter. It classifies 29 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 99 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].
Subheadings Under Heading 9903
| HS Code | WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description | Chapter | Operational Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9903.01 | Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter | 99 | View 9903.01 Package → |
| 9903.02 | Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter | 99 | View 9903.02 Package → |
| 9903.03 | Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter | 99 | View 9903.03 Package → |
| 9903.04 | In original loaves (provided for in subheading 0406.40.44, 0406.40.54, or 0406.40.70) | 99 | View 9903.04 Package → |
| 9903.05 | Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter | 99 | View 9903.05 Package → |
| 9903.08 | Bath preparations, other than bath salts (provided for in subheading 3307.30.50) | 99 | View 9903.08 Package → |
| 9903.17 | Described in U.S. note 15(a) to this subchapter, Eligible to be imported under the first quota period specified in a notice issued by the United States Trade Representative in any 12 month period commencing on October 1 in any year | 99 | View 9903.17 Package → |
| 9903.18 | Described in U.S. note 15(c) to this subchapter, Eligible to be imported under the first quota period specified in a notice issued by the United States Trade Representative in any 12 month period commencing on October 1 in any year | 99 | View 9903.18 Package → |
| 9903.19 | Provided for in subheading 1901.10.16, 1901.10.26, 1901.10.36 or 1901.10.44 | 99 | View 9903.19 Package → |
| 9903.27 | Distillate and residual fuel oils (including blended fuel oils) and wastes of distillate and residual fuel oils (whether or not blended) (provided for in subheading 2710.19.06, 2710.19.11, 2710.20.05, 2710.20.10, 2710.99.05 or 2710.99.10) | 99 | View 9903.27 Package → |
| 9903.40 | Radial tires of a kind used on motor cars (other than racing cars), station wagons, sport utility vehicles, vans and on-the-highway light trucks (provided for in subheading 4011.10.10 or 4011.20.10) | 99 | View 9903.40 Package → |
| 9903.41 | Bovine (including buffalo) and equine leather (provided for in heading 4104 or 4107); goat, kid, sheep and lamb leather, the foregoing dyed, colored, stamped or embossed (provided for in heading 4105, 4106, 4112 or 4113) | 99 | View 9903.41 Package → |
| 9903.45 | If entered in an aggregate quantity, in any quarterly period specified in note 17(i) to this subchapter, not exceeding 300,000 units in any such quarterly period, under the terms of such note | 99 | View 9903.45 Package → |
| 9903.52 | Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter, Purchased and entered pursuant to the Secretary of Agriculture's Special Limited Global Import Quota Announcement | 99 | View 9903.52 Package → |
| 9903.53 | Softwood lumber products described in U.S. note 13 to this subchapter, whose Region of Origin is Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec or Saskatchewan | 99 | View 9903.53 Package → |
| 9903.54 | Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter | 99 | View 9903.54 Package → |
| 9903.55 | Entered under temporary importation bond in aggregate quantities not exceeding the amount specified in U.S. note 32(a) to this subchapter for any period specified in such note, when the product of any country not exempt under U.S. note 32(b) to this subchapter | 99 | View 9903.55 Package → |
| 9903.74 | Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter | 99 | View 9903.74 Package → |
| 9903.76 | Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter | 99 | View 9903.76 Package → |
| 9903.79 | Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter | 99 | View 9903.79 Package → |
| 9903.82 | Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter | 99 | View 9903.82 Package → |
| 9903.85 | Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter | 99 | View 9903.85 Package → |
| 9903.88 | Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter | 99 | View 9903.88 Package → |
| 9903.89 | Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter | 99 | View 9903.89 Package → |
| 9903.90 | Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter | 99 | View 9903.90 Package → |
| 9903.91 | Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter | 99 | View 9903.91 Package → |
| 9903.92 | Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter | 99 | View 9903.92 Package → |
| 9903.94 | Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter | 99 | View 9903.94 Package → |
| 9903.96 | Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter | 99 | View 9903.96 Package → |
DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE
How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 9903
Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Heading 9903 ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 9903 precedent rulings.
WCO Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.
Heading 9903 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 9903?
HS Heading 9903 covers Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter, grouping 29 6-digit WCO subheadings.
How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 9903?
Subheadings under Heading 9903 range from 9903.11 to 9903.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.
What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 9903?
US MFN general duty rates for Heading 9903 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.
Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 9903?
Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).
What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 9903?
Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.
How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 9903?
Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.
Can goods under Heading 9903 enter duty-free under USMCA?
Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 9903?
Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 9903?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 9903?
Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.