Tolu Balsam Resin
Tolu balsam is a natural oleoresin obtained from the Myroxylon balsamum tree, primarily used in perfumery, pharmaceuticals, and as a flavoring agent. It falls under HTS 1301.90.91.05 as a balsam, being a tree-derived gum-resin with aromatic and medicinal properties, distinct from essential oils or medicaments.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If further processed into mixtures for perfumery
Distilled or rectified forms used in perfumes fall under Chapter 33 as mixtures of odoriferous substances.
If formulated as a medicament
Balsams incorporated into mixed medicaments are classified in heading 3003, not as raw natural extracts.
If resembling natural gums like chicle
Similar natural gums suitable for chewing gum base are covered under heading 4001 for natural rubber-like materials.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity and origin certificates to confirm it's unprocessed balsam, avoiding reclassification as a processed extract
• Provide botanical source documentation (e.g
• from Myroxylon balsamum) to distinguish from essential oils in Chapter 33
• Ensure packaging is not for retail confectionery to prevent overlap with heading 1704
Related Products under HTS 1301.90.91.05
Peru Balsam Extract
Peru balsam, derived from Myroxylon pereirae, is a viscous oleoresin valued for its fixative properties in fragrances and wound-healing applications in balms. Classified under HTS 1301.90.91.05 as a pure balsam, excluding any sucrose content or medicinal formulations.
Storax Balsam Gum
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.
Copaiba Balsam Oleoresin
Copaiba balsam is an oleoresin tapped from Copaifera trees, prized for anti-inflammatory properties in cosmetics and aromatherapy. Under HTS 1301.90.91.05, it enters as a crude balsam, excluding distilled oils or medicinal mixes.
Mecca Balsam Resin
Mecca balsam (Commiphora gileadensis) is a fragrant gum-resin used in perfumery and religious incense. It is classified in HTS 1301.90.91.05 as a balsam, distinct from gum-resins like myrrh unless specified otherwise.
Benzoin Siam Balsam
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.
Gurjun Balsam
Gurjun balsam, tapped from Dipterocarpus trees in Southeast Asia, serves as a varnish and adhesive base. It fits HTS 1301.90.91.05 as a balsam resin, not qualifying as a natural gum under 4001.