1301.90.91/Mastic Gum-Resin/Japan

Mastic Gum-Resin from Japan

Mastic is a resin from the Pistacia lentiscus tree, used in chewing gum, varnishes, and pharmaceuticals. HTS 1301.90.91 includes it as other gum-resins, separate from chewing gum base gums in 4001. The clear droplets are harvested from tree bark slits.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Distinguish from chewing gum base via insoluble matter tests

• Declare intended use as varnish resin or pharmaceutical excipient

• Provide masticadienes content analysis for authenticity