Longleaf Pine Gum Resin

Turpentine gum resin tapped from living longleaf pine (Pinus palustris) trees in the southeastern US. Used traditionally for naval stores production including pitch and tar. HTS 1301.90.40.00 covers this specific oleoresinous exudate from living pines.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.3%+17.5%18.8%
🇲🇽Mexico1.3%+10.0%11.3%
🇨🇦Canada1.3%+10.0%11.3%
🇩🇪Germany1.3%+10.0%11.3%
🇯🇵Japan1.3%+10.0%11.3%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1301.90.91Lower: 17.5% vs 18.8%

If agar-agar or other unspecified gum-resins

General gum-resins fall under .91 subheading, while turpentine gum has its specific .40 classification.

1521.10.00Lower: 7.5% vs 18.8%

If chemically separated into vegetable oils/fats

Separation into fatty acids or oils moves it from Chapter 13 to Chapter 15 vegetable oils.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Require affidavits confirming collection method from living trees only

Monitor viscosity and color specs to ensure unprocessed status

Comply with forest product sourcing regulations like Lacey Act