Benzoin Siam Balsam from Mexico
Benzoin Siam, from Styrax tonkinensis, is a premium balsam grade for incense and fragrance fixatives. HTS 1301.90.91.05 covers it as a natural balsam oleoresin, barring any conversion to resinoids.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify 'Siam grade' on docs to match quality standards and prevent under-valuation claims
• Fumigation certs may be needed for wooden shipping containers holding resin
• Test for benzoic acid content; high levels could prompt 2916 chemical classification