Chicle-Balata Blend Primary Paste from Japan
Chicle-balata blend primary paste is a dispersion paste blending balata with similar natural gums like chicle in primary liquid form for gum bases. This paste retains its raw character without vulcanization or compounding. It falls under tariff item 4001.30.00 as balata and similar natural gums in primary paste form per Chapter Note 3(a).
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the paste contains no added substances beyond those permitted by Chapter Note 5(B), such as stabilizers or preservatives in very small amounts
• Declare the product as a blend of balata and chicle in primary paste form under tariff item 4001.30.00
• Keep documentation of the blend composition to confirm it is not compounded