Natural gums and resins from India
India exported $91.8 million of natural gums and resins (HS 1301.90) in FY2025-26, up 3.7% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% to 11.3% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 20% to 21.3% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 20%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $92MUp 3.7% on last year
- HS code
- 1301.90Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 10.0 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 2 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1301.90.40.00 | Other: Turpentine gum (oleoresinous exudate from living trees) | 1.3% | 11.3% | 21.3% |
| 1301.90.91 | Other: Other | Free | 10% | 20% |
Totals include the Section 301 duty on goods from India or China and any Section 232 metals duty. They exclude anti-dumping and countervailing duties and customs fees. Check the current rate before you quote.
India's exports of natural gums and resins
India's exports to all countries under HS 1301.90, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 1301.90 is 0%, from 2021 data. Check the current rate in TARIC before you quote.
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 0.5% of FOB value for exporters. The scheme was notified until 30 September 2026, so check with DGFT whether it's been extended.
- India's export policy
- Free to export, with no licence needed.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on natural gums and resins from India?
10% to 11.3% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 1301.90, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 20% to 21.3%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for natural gums and resins?
1301.90, under heading 1301 (Lac; natural gums, resins, gum-resins and oleoresins (for example, balsams)). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export natural gums and resins?
Yes. India exported $91.8 million under HS 1301.90 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.