HS Code 1301
Natural Gums, Resins and Lac
HS code 1301 covers natural gums, resins, gum-resins, and balsams, including Gum Arabic and Shellac, provided they are in their raw or natural state.
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HS Code 1301 — Natural Gums, Resins and Lac
This classification covers raw natural secretions from plants and insects, including shellac, various gums like Arabic, and natural resins. These materials are used extensively in the confectionery, pharmaceutical, and varnish industries.
What's included
- Gum Arabic
- Shellac
- Copal
- Frankincense
- Myrrh
- Asafoetida
What's excluded
- Extracts from gums → use
1302(Extracted saps and mucilages are in 1302.) - Pine resin → use
3806(Rosin and resin acids are chemically processed.)
Common examples
- Raw Gum Arabic tears
- Stick lac
- Myrrh resin
- Natural balsam of Tolu
Frequently asked questions
Is processed resin included?
No, chemically modified resins or prepared varnishes move to chapter 32 or 38.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 5%
- Documentation: Certificate of Origin is often required, especially for Gum Arabic from the Sahel region.
- Typical shipping mode: LCL
- Top exporters: Sudan, India, Chad, Nigeria
- Top importers: France, United States, India, China
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Key takeaway
Covers primary secretions from trees and insects before chemical industrial processing.
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