Pine Turpentine Gum from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
11.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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