Damar Resin from Germany
Damar resin is a natural resin from Shorea trees, prized in artist paints, varnishes, and incense for its clarity and hardness. HTS 1301.90.91.90 covers it as other natural resins, provided not processed into oleoresins or odoriferous preparations.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide supplier certificates confirming crude state, not refined into absolutes
• Declare intended use; art supply vs. perfume affects potential Chapter 33 shift
• Monitor moisture content to prevent mold issues during customs inspection