Disproportionated Rosin from Mexico
Disproportionated rosin undergoes heat treatment to stabilize abietic acid, used in solder fluxes and inks. It remains under HTS 3806.90.00.00 as a processed derivative of rosin acids.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit GC-MS analysis showing stabilized isomer profile to distinguish from crude rosin
• Declare exact disproportionation degree (typically 90%+) for accurate duty assessment
• Monitor for FDA registration if used in food-contact applications like chewing gum base