Brazilian Pine Gum Rosin from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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