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Gutta-Percha Resin from Japan

Gutta-percha, a trans-1,4-polyisoprene from Palaquium trees, is chemically similar to natural rubber but more rigid; used in golf balls and dental applications. Processed into primary resin pellets. As a natural polymer chemical derivative, it fits HTS 3913.90.1000.

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

Document source plant (Palaquium spp.) and trans-isoprene structure to distinguish from cis-natural rubber

Ensure primary form declaration; finished dental points classify elsewhere (3926)

CITES permit may be required if from protected species

Gutta-Percha Resin from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3913.90.10.00