Brazilian Pine Gum Rosin
Gum rosin sourced from Brazilian Pinus elliottii plantations via oleoresin tapping, featuring high abietic acid content for varnish production. Classified as gum rosin under 3806.10.0010 due to its direct tree exudate origin.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5% | +37.5% | 42.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5% | +10.0% | 15% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 5% | +10.0% | 15% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from Chinese wood rosin production
Most global supply is wood rosin (3806.10.0090); gum-specific docs needed for this subheading.
If blended into synthetic rubber compounds
Rosin-modified rubbers are classified as waste/scrap rubber under 4004.
If containing >70% petroleum oils from tall oil
Tall oil rosin with oil content shifts to petroleum distillates in 2710.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide origin certificates confirming Brazilian pine tapping to avoid reclassification as generic resin
• Test for unsaponifiable matter (<5%) to meet US import standards for purity
• Monitor EU REACH compliance if transshipping through Europe
Related Products under HTS 3806.10.00.10
Colophony Gum Rosin
Colophony gum rosin is the natural resin obtained from tapping the oleoresin of pine trees, primarily Pinus palustris species. It is classified under HTS 3806.10.0010 as gum rosin, distinct from wood rosin derived from processed wood stumps.
WW Grade Gum Rosin
WW (Water White) grade gum rosin is a high-clarity, pale yellow resin from distilled pine gum, used in premium adhesives and soap tackifiers. HTS 3806.10.0010 specifically covers this gum-sourced rosin with low color and high acid number.
Portuguese Gum Rosin
High-quality gum rosin from maritime pine (Pinus pinaster) in Portugal, valued for its stability in musical instrument varnishes. HTS 3806.10.0010 applies to this unmodified rosin and resin acids from gum sources.
American Gum Rosin from Slash Pine
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.