Labdanum Balsam Resin from Germany
Labdanum is a sticky balsam from Cistus ladanifer shrubs, key in amber-style perfumes. Classified under HTS 1301.90.91.05 for crude form, excluding absolutes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Differentiate rockrose gum from true balsams with species certs
• Avoid solvent-extracted forms labeled as 'concrete' to stay in 1301