Gum Damar

What is Gum Damar

Natural Resin tapped from Indonesian damar trees. The resin solidifies into clear to yellowish, glass-like lumps often known as “dammar mata kucing.”

Gum Damar is a natural resin obtained from several tree species in the Dipterocarpaceae family, especially Shorea javanica, which grows widely in Indonesia. When tapped from the tree bark, the resin solidifies into clear to yellowish, glass-like lumps often known as “dammar mata kucing.” This resin contains various natural compounds: Including tetracyclic hydrocarbons, terpenoids, and sterols such as brassicasterol, that contribute to its characteristic clarity.

Indonesia is one of the world’s primary producers of damar, with long-standing harvesting traditions rooted in forest-rich regions such as Sumatra and Kalimantan. Known for its natural purity and stable resin structure, gum damar has become an important non-timber forest product and a widely traded Indonesian commodity.

Source Of Gum Damar

We source our gum damar from different areas across Nusantara Indonesia, especially Sumatera and Kalimantan. Harvested from forests with warm tropical climates, the resin forms naturally with its clear color and aromatic scent.

General Uses

Widely utilized across multiple industries worldwide for its versatility and natural benefits.

Varnishes and Paints

Incense

Adhesives

Pharmaceuticals

Types we offer

Gum Damar ABX

Definition: A resin secreted from Shorea javanica trees.
Appearance: Opaque resin lumps, hard texture with irregular surface
Color: White to yellowish, no brown coloration
Form: Mostly large solid lumps
Size of Content: A, B, C*
Impurities: ≤0.7%
HS Code: 130190
*Size of lumps:
- A: Size of a thumb
- B: Size of an index finger
- C: Size of a little finger
- D: Size of a rice grain
- E: Powder to fine granules

Gum Damar CDX

Definition: A resin secreted from Shorea javanica trees.
Appearance: Opaque resin lumps, hard texture with irregular surface
Color: White to yellowish, no brown coloration
Form: Consists of medium and small lumps.
Size of Content: C, D*
Impurities: ≤0.7%
HS Code: 130190
*Size of lumps:
- A: Size of a thumb
- B: Size of an index finger
- C: Size of a little finger
- D: Size of a rice grain
- E: Powder to fine granules

Gum Damar ACX

Definition: A resin secreted from Shorea javanica trees.
Appearance: Opaque resin lumps, hard texture with irregular surface
Color: White to yellowish, no brown coloration
Form: Consists of mixed big lumps and grains.
Size of Content: A, B, C, D*
Impurities: ≤0.7%
HS Code: 130190
*Size of lumps:
- A: Size of a thumb
- B: Size of an index finger
- C: Size of a little finger
- D: Size of a rice grain
- E: Powder to fine granules

Gum Damar AC semi X

Definition: A resin secreted from Shorea javanica trees.
Appearance: Opaque resin lumps, hard texture with irregular surface.
Color: Mixed white-light to whitish yellow, with the darker color.
Form: Consists of a mix of lumps and grains.
Size of Content: A, B, C, D*
Impurities: 1.5-7.5 %
HS Code: 130190
*Size of lumps:
- A: Size of a thumb
- B: Size of an index finger
- C: Size of a little finger
- D: Size of a rice grain
- E: Powder to fine granules

Dust

Definition: Powder generated from the sorting and crushing process of damar resin.
Appearance: Consists of very small grains (powder)
Color: Mixed white-light to whitish yellow, with the darker color.
Form: Powder / fine granules.
Size of Content: E*
Impurities: >7.5%
HS Code: 130190
*Size of lumps:
- A: Size of a thumb
- B: Size of an index finger
- C: Size of a little finger
- D: Size of a rice grain
- E: Powder to fine granules

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Get complete information about the technical specifications, quality standards, and export details of this product.

Gum Damar Exporting Process

50 kgs net weight/bags or 20 kgs net weight/carton box and stuffed in 20 ft. / 40 ft. containers.

Sourcing:
We source our gum damar directly from certified farmers, collectors, and processing facilities across Indonesia, ensuring consistent quality, traceability, and compliance with international standards.
Processing:
The product is cleaned, sorted, and processed according to the buyer’s required specifications. Moisture, purity, grading, and sizing are maintained based on industry standards.
Packing:
Packaging is prepared according to your request—available in PP woven bags, jute bags, carton boxes, big bags, or custom private-label packaging.
Container Loading:
A 20-foot and 40-foot container can be loaded with up to 14 Metric Tons and 29 Metric Tons of mace respectively depending on the grade, density, and packing type.
Processing & Dispatch Time:
A minimum order quantity (20 ft. FCL) typically requires 10 to 15 days for processing, packing, quality checks, and readiness to be loaded on board the vessel. The duration may vary based on order volume and product type.
Port of Loading:
Shipments are dispatched from Tanjung Priok Port (IDTPR), Jakarta, Indonesia, unless otherwise requested.
Transit Time:
Delivery lead time depends on the shipping line and destination. Transit times generally range between 2 to 8 weeks for long-haul markets.
HS Code:
The HS Code for gum damar is 130190.
Payment Terms & Documentation:
Payment terms and the full list of documents provided with each shipment (COO, Phytosanitary, Fumigation, Packing List, Invoice, BL, etc.) are detailed on our “Procedures”.