Vegetable Pitch from Pine Resin from Canada
Vegetable pitch is a dark, sticky residue from processing pine resin or other plant gums, used in adhesives and waterproofing. Under HTS 3807.00.00.00 as vegetable pitch, it excludes purely petroleum pitches. Common in marine caulking and traditional cordage.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Certify vegetable origin to avoid petroleum classification; check viscosity specs for proper declaration; store in cool conditions to prevent solidification