American Gum Rosin from Slash Pine from Japan
Premium gum rosin from US Southern slash pine (Pinus elliottii), distilled for optical-grade clarity in printing inks. Falls under HTS 3806.10.0010 as pure gum rosin acids from oleoresin.
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 distillation process verification to prove gum vs. solvent-extracted wood rosin
• Label with softening point (75-82°C) and acid number (160-172) specs