HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3806.90 – Rosin; spirit and oils, n.e.c. in heading no. 3806
HS code 3806.90 is the 6-digit subheading for rosin, spirit and oils, n.e.c. in heading no. 3806. It is used for rosin spirit, rosin oil, distilled rosin oil, polymerized rosin oil and modified rosin oil.
What HS 3806.90 covers
This residual category covers other rosin-based products, specifically rosin spirit and rosin oils, not elsewhere specified within heading 3806. Rosin spirit is a volatile fraction obtained during the distillation of rosin, while rosin oils are heavier, non-volatile fractions. These products are typically by-products or less refined derivatives of rosin processing. In international trade, they find niche applications as solvents, plasticizers, or components in specialized lubricants, greases, and protective coatings. Importers are often manufacturers seeking cost-effective additives or base materials for less demanding applications, while exporters are typically pine chemical producers. Their trade volume is generally smaller compared to the primary rosin derivatives, but they play a role in optimizing the utilization of rosin resources. Their specific properties depend on the distillation process and the original rosin source.
- Covers
- Rosin spirit
- Rosin oil
- Distilled rosin oil
- Polymerized rosin oil
- Modified rosin oil
- Rosin pitch
- Rosin residue
- Examples
- DRT (pine chemicals)
- Kraton (pine chemicals)
- Forchem
- Wuzhou Pine Chemicals
- Pine Chemical Group
Codes often confused with 3806.90
Common mistake. This code is a "not elsewhere specified" category for rosin derivatives and should only be used when the product does not fit into 380610 (rosin/resin acids), 380620 (salts), or 380630 (ester gums).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 380690, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 380690 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 35% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 16% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $131M 35% of world exports
- 2 Portugal $51M 14% of world exports
- 3 Brazil $39M 11% of world exports
World total: $372M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $59M 16% of world imports
- 2 United States $45M 12% of world imports
- 3 Japan $29M 7.7% of world imports
World total: $371M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 3806.90 4
Brazil splits HS 3806.90 into 4 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 3806.90.1 Other derivatives of rosin or of resin acidsOutros derivados de colofônias ou de ácidos resínicos Group
- 3806.90.11 Oxidised, hydrogenated and similar modified rosinsColofônias oxidadas, hidrogenadas, desidrogenadas, polimerizadas ou modificadas com ácidos fumárico ou maleico ou com anidrido maleico
- 3806.90.12 Methyl or benzyl abietates; methyl hydroabietateAbietatos de metila ou de benzila; hidroabietato de metila
- 3806.90.19 Other rosin or resin acid derivativesOutros
- 3806.90.90 Rosin spirit and oils, run gums and otherOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 38.06 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 3806.90
What is HS code 380690?
HS code 380690 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Rosin; spirit and oils, n.e.c. in heading no. 3806. This residual category covers other rosin-based products, specifically rosin spirit and rosin oils, not elsewhere specified within heading 3806. Rosin spirit is a volatile fraction obtained during the distillation of rosin, while rosin oils are heavier, non-volatile fractions. These products are typically by-products or less refined derivatives of rosin processing. In international trade, they find niche applications as solvents, plasticizers, or components in specialized lubricants, greases, and protective coatings. Importers are often manufacturers seeking cost-effective additives or base materials for less demanding applications, while exporters are typically pine chemical producers. Their trade volume is generally smaller compared to the primary rosin derivatives, but they play a role in optimizing the utilization of rosin resources. Their specific properties depend on the distillation process and the original rosin source.
What products fall under HS code 380690?
Rosin spirit, Rosin oil, Distilled rosin oil, Polymerized rosin oil, Modified rosin oil, Rosin pitch, Rosin residue
What are common misclassifications for HS code 380690?
This code is a "not elsewhere specified" category for rosin derivatives and should only be used when the product does not fit into 380610 (rosin/resin acids), 380620 (salts), or 380630 (ester gums).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 380690?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 380690 in UN Comtrade data were China ($131M, 35% of world exports), Portugal ($51M) and Brazil ($39M). World exports came to about $372M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 380690?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 380690 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($59M, 16% of world imports), the United States ($45M) and Japan ($29M). World imports came to about $371M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 380690 structured?
HS code 380690 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (38) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 380690?
Brazil splits HS code 380690 into 4 NCM codes: 3806.90.11 (Oxidised, hydrogenated and similar modified rosins), 3806.90.12 (Methyl or benzyl abietates; methyl hydroabietate), 3806.90.19 (Other rosin or resin acid derivatives), 3806.90.90 (Rosin spirit and oils, run gums and other). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.