Portuguese Gum Rosin from Japan
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.
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
• Request EU origin docs and pine species confirmation for accurate classification
• Ensure <1% impurities to prevent downgrade to 3806.10.0090
• Declare unsaponifiables content on entry forms