Labdanum Balsam Resin from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
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
• Differentiate rockrose gum from true balsams with species certs
• Avoid solvent-extracted forms labeled as 'concrete' to stay in 1301