Balata Gum Lumps from United States
Balata gum lumps are coagulated balata sap dried into irregular lumps, a traditional natural gum used in early golf balls and chewing gum base. These lumps are in primary bulk form, as listed in Chapter Note 3(b), and are not compounded. They fall under tariff item 4001.30.00 as balata in primary forms.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm that the lumps are not compounded with any additives, as Chapter Note 5 excludes compounded rubbers from heading 40.01
• Declare the product as balata in primary lump form under tariff item 4001.30.00
• Keep documentation of the coagulation and drying process to show no further working occurred