Seed Lac Granules from China
Seed lac consists of the encysted secretions of the lac insect (Kerria lacca) harvested from twigs in granular form, classified under HTS 1301.90.91.20 as a natural resin from seeds. It is primarily used in the production of shellac for varnishes, polishes, and adhesives.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify purity and origin certification to confirm it's unprocessed seed lac, not stick lac (1301.90.91.10) or processed shellac
• Provide insect residue analysis if required by customs to distinguish from synthetic resins
• Ensure phytosanitary certificates for agricultural residue concerns during import