Damar Resin

Damar resin is a natural tree resin from Dipterocarpaceae species, prized for oil painting mediums and varnishes due to its clarity. Under HTS 1301.90.91 as other natural resins, excluding oleoresins processed for perfumery. It appears as translucent tears or lumps.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3209.10.00.00Higher: 40.1% vs 17.5%

If dissolved in spirits for varnish production

Spirit varnishes and lacquers classify under heading 3209.

1302.19Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If specifically listed as hop, pyrethrum, or similar extracts

Heading 1302 covers specific named vegetable saps and extracts.

1211.90Lower: 16% vs 17.5%

If imported as crude bark rather than exuded resin

Plant materials used in perfumery as crude forms go to 1211.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Label clearly as artist's raw resin to prevent confusion with processed varnishes in 3208

β€’ Include solubility tests showing natural state, not dissolved in solvents

β€’ Certify non-endangered species origin for smooth customs clearance

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Benzoin Gum-Resin

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