Copaiba Balsam from Japan
Copaiba balsam is an oleoresin tapped from Copaifera trees, used in cosmetics and natural medicine for its anti-inflammatory properties. It fits HTS 1301.90.91 as other oleoresins, excluding essential oil distillates or alcoholic beverages. The viscous liquid hardens upon exposure.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
Import Tips
• Provide refractive index and specific gravity tests confirming oleoresin composition
• Declare alcohol-free status to avoid Chapter 22 classification
• Ensure not pre-mixed as cosmetic preparation under Chapter 33