Copal Resin from Japan
Copal is a fossilized natural resin from ancient trees, used in varnishes, lacquers, and incense. Classified in HTS 1301.90.91.90 as other natural resins excluding those for tanning or dyeing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify fossil vs. recent origin; affects valuation and CITES
• Avoid dyeing extracts; those go to 3203
• Bulk packaging prevents retail set misclassification