Brazilian Pine Rosin from Germany
Brazilian pine rosin is extracted from Pinus elliottii trees, offering high purity resin acids for use in printing inks and adhesives. It qualifies for HTS 3806.10.0050 as 'other' rosin not meeting specific color or grade exclusions. Known for its tackifying properties in hot-melt formulations.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide HPLC analysis showing >70% abietic-type acids to distinguish from wood rosin
• Ensure CITES compliance if from protected pine species; include harvest sustainability certification
• Avoid misclassification by specifying non-derivatized pure acids, not esters