1301.90.91.05/Storax Balsam Gum/Germany

Storax Balsam Gum from Germany

Liquid storax (Styrax benzoin) is a balsamic resin from the Styrax tree, used in incense, adhesives, and traditional medicine. It qualifies for HTS 1301.90.91.05 as a natural balsam, provided it's not processed into absolutes or used in beverages.

Duty Rate — Germany → 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
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Import Tips

• Include phytosanitary certificates to prove natural origin and prevent issues with processed goods

• Avoid retail packaging that mimics confectionery, which could trigger heading 1704 scrutiny

• Document end-use (e.g

• industrial) to counter reclassification as a Chapter 33 odoriferous preparation