HTS US: 2971.XX.XXXX
Description
HTS Code 2971 covers natural resins, their salts and esters, as well as natural gums. These substances are primarily obtained from plants and trees and are widely used in manufacturing, chemical industries, pharmaceuticals, adhesives, and varnishes.
- Natural Resins: Organic substances exuded by certain trees and plants, often solid or semi-solid, used for varnishes, adhesives, and incense.
- Salts and Esters of Natural Resins: Chemical derivatives formed by reacting natural resins with acids or bases for enhanced properties and applications.
- Natural Gums: Water-soluble polysaccharides obtained from plants, used as thickeners, emulsifiers, and stabilizers in food and industrial products.
Code Hierarchy
- Section V: Mineral Products (Chapters 25-27) — Note: While 2971 is outside this section, it is often grouped near chemical products.
- Chapter 29: Organic Chemicals
- Heading 2971: Natural resins and resin acids and derivatives; rosin and rosin spirit and derivatives; run gums.
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
2971.XX.XXXX– The last digits specify exact types and preparations of the natural resins and gums.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
Although no specific sub-codes for 2971 are found in the provided database, the general international nomenclature and customs classification typically break down natural resins and their derivatives into distinct categories based on origin, chemical treatment, and physical form.
| HS/HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2971.10 | Rosin and resin acids; rosin spirit and rosin oils; run gums | Includes crude or purified rosin from pine and other sources, used in varnishes, adhesives, and inks. |
2971.10.1000 |
Crude rosin | Rosin as obtained directly from the distillation of oleoresin. |
2971.10.2000 |
Purified rosin and rosin acids | Rosin refined for industrial uses requiring higher purity. |
| 2971.20 | Salts and esters of rosin and resin acids | Chemical derivatives used in coatings, adhesives, and paper sizing. |
2971.20.1000 |
Rosin salts | Salts formed by neutralizing rosin acids with bases. |
2971.20.2000 |
Rosin esters | Esters produced for specialized industrial applications. |
| 2971.30 | Natural gums (including gum arabic) | Water-soluble gums harvested from plants, used as thickeners and stabilizers. |
2971.30.1000 |
Gum arabic | Widely used in food, pharmaceuticals, and printing industries. |
2971.30.9000 |
Other natural gums | Includes guar gum, tragacanth, and other plant-derived gums. |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To avoid misclassification, note these exclusions:
- Artificial resins and synthetic plastics: These fall under other chapters such as Chapter 39 (Plastics and Articles thereof).
- Essential oils and resinoids: These are generally classified under Chapter 33.
- Wood tar and wood tar oils: Classified separately under Chapter 38.
- Paints and varnishes containing resins: Classified under Chapter 32 or 33 depending on composition.
Notes
- Regulations: Importation of natural resins and gums may require compliance with environmental and safety standards, especially for products used in food and pharmaceuticals.
- Duty Rates: Duty rates vary by the type and purity of the resin or gum. Many natural resins benefit from preferential tariff treatments under trade agreements.
- Country of Origin Labeling (COOL): Accurate labeling of origin is required for customs clearance and trade compliance.
Declaration Example
Product: Shipment of purified rosin for industrial adhesive production.US HTS Code:
2971.10.2000(Purified rosin and rosin acids)Unit of Quantity: Kilogram (kg)
General Duty Rate: Check current USHTS (Varies; consult latest tariff schedules)
Additional Requirements: May require environmental compliance documentation depending on end use.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 1301: Lac; natural gums, resins, gum-resins and oleoresins (other than 2971’s specific categories).
- HTS 3301: Essential oils and resinoids.
- HTS 3913: Artificial resins and plastic materials.
- HTS 3801: Artificial graphite; colloidal or semi-colloidal graphite.
