What it is
Gums tapped from forest trees such as karaya (Sterculia), dhawda and babul. Collected by forest-dwelling communities and used in food, pharma, denture adhesives and incense.
Hand-picked selected (HPS) grades by colour and impurityKibbled and powdered
Where imports come from
HS 130190 imports (US$ 236.33 million in 2025-26) are led by Afghanistan, mostly asafoetida (hing), not karaya.
- Afghanistan — US$ 147.26 million of imports under HS 130190 in 2025-26.
- Indonesia — US$ 31.26 million of imports under HS 130190 in 2025-26.
- Thailand — US$ 21.32 million of imports under HS 130190 in 2025-26.
Rules before you buy or sell
- Tree gums are minor forest produce; collection and trade are governed by State Forest Departments and state forest corporations.
Storage and handling
Store dry in bags; keep powder sealed.