Galbanum Oleoresin from Mexico
Galbanum is a gum-oleoresin from Ferula gummosa, essential in perfumery for its green, woody scent. Classified in HTS 1301.90.91 as other oleoresins, excluding absolutes or essential oils. It is the crude exudate before solvent extraction.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify crude oleoresin vs. solvent-extracted absolute
• Include GC-MS analysis showing natural umbelliferone content
• Avoid perfumery mixture labeling to prevent Chapter 33 shift