Myrrh Gum-Resin from Japan
Myrrh is a natural gum-resin exuded from Commiphora trees, valued for its antiseptic properties in incense, perfumes, and traditional remedies. Classified under HTS 1301.90.91 as other gum-resins, excluding those used as tanning extracts or essential oils. It is collected as hardened tears from tree incisions.
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%
Import Tips
• Include lab analysis confirming no medicinal formulation to prevent shift to Chapter 30
• Declare as raw gum-resin; packaging for retail perfumery may risk Chapter 33 classification
• Ensure compliance with CITES if from endangered species sources