Damar Resin from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Label clearly as artist's raw resin to prevent confusion with processed varnishes in 3208
• Include solubility tests showing natural state, not dissolved in solvents
• Certify non-endangered species origin for smooth customs clearance