Lac; natural gums, resins, gum-resins and oleoresins (for example, balsams)

HS v2022 Code: 1301

About lac; natural gums, resins, gum-resins and oleoresins (for example, balsams)

HS code 1301 covers a diverse range of natural, plant-derived materials that have a wide variety of industrial and commercial applications. These materials, which include lac, natural gums, resins, gum-resins, and oleoresins, are essential raw materials for numerous industries, from adhesives and coatings to pharmaceuticals and food production. Their unique properties and versatility make them an important part of the global economy, with significant trade and production activities worldwide.

Production process

The production of materials under HS code 1301 typically involves the harvesting, processing, and refinement of natural substances. For example, lac is harvested from the secretions of the lac insect, while natural gums and resins are extracted from various plant species. These raw materials may then undergo further processing, such as purification, drying, or chemical modification, to meet the specific requirements of different industries.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 1301 materials are the natural raw materials themselves, which are typically harvested from plants or insects. In addition, producers may require specialized equipment for the extraction, processing, and refining of these materials, as well as energy sources and other utilities to power their operations. The availability and quality of the natural resources, as well as the technological capabilities of the producers, are crucial factors in this industry.

Production outputs

The outputs of HS code 1301 are a diverse range of natural materials with a wide variety of applications. These include 1301 Lac; natural gums, resins, gum-resins and oleoresins (for example, balsams, which are used in the production of adhesives, coatings, pharmaceuticals, and food products, among other industries. The outputs of this industry may also be further processed or combined with other materials to create more specialized products, which may fall under different HS codes.

Family tree for lac; natural gums, resins, gum-resins and oleoresins (for example, balsams)

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/13'>13: Lac; gums, resins and other vegetable saps and extracts</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/1301'>1301: Lac; natural gums, resins, gum-resins and oleoresins (for example, balsams)</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/1302'>1302: Vegetable saps and extracts; pectic substances, pectinates and pectates; agar-agar and other mucilages and thickeners, whether or not modified, derived from vegetable products</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/130120'>130120: Gum Arabic</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/130190'>130190: Natural gums, resins, gum-resins and oleoresins, n.e.c. in heading no. 1301</a>"]


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