Longleaf Pine Gum Resin from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
21.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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