Pine Turpentine Gum from Canada
Pine turpentine gum is the oleoresinous exudate collected directly from incisions in living pine trees, primarily Pinus species. It serves as a natural source of turpentine oil and resin, used in varnishes and adhesives. Classified under HTS 1301.90.40.00 as it matches the definition of turpentine gum from living trees.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
61.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.1450%Articles the product of Canada as provided in subdivision (b)(3) of U.S. note 51 to this subchapter
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify origin certification to confirm exudate from living trees, not distilled products
• Ensure phytosanitary certificates to avoid quarantine issues
• Test for purity to prevent misclassification as processed resin under 3806