Chicle Gum Blocks
Chicle, natural gum from sapodilla trees used in chewing gum base, processed into irregular lumps or blocks as primary form. It is classified in tariff item 4001.30.00 for chicle and similar gums, compliant with Chapter 40 Note 3(b) for blocks and lumps. The product is unvulcanised and unmodified.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the blocks are cut into plates, sheets, or strip
Plates, sheets, and strip of vulcanised rubber fall under heading 4008, not 4001.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the blocks are irregular in shape and not cut to regular geometric dimensions, as that would move them to heading 4008
• Provide documentation showing the chicle is harvested and minimally processed
• If the blocks are blended with other gums, check if they still qualify as chicle under 4001.30.00
Related Products under Tariff item 4001.30.00
Balata Gum Granules
Balata granules consist of natural gum from bully trees (Manilkara bidentata), processed into crumb/granule primary bulk form for easy handling. This product falls under tariff item 4001.30.00 as balata in primary forms, per Chapter Note 3(b).
Balata Gum Lumps
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.
Balata Gum Sheets
Balata gum sheets are derived from the latex of the bully tree (Manilkara bidentata) and processed into thin, rectangular sheets in primary form. These sheets are used in traditional applications such as golf ball covers and mechanical belting. They fall under tariff item 4001.30.00 as balata in primary forms, specifically plates, sheets, or strip.
Balata Latex Dispersion
Liquid dispersion of balata gum latex, primary liquid form for coating applications. It is classified under tariff item 4001.30.00 as balata in primary liquid form per Chapter 40 Note 3(a). The product is a natural gum latex, unvulcanised and unmodified.
Balata Latex Solution
Balata natural gum latex solution, in primary liquid form. This product falls under tariff item 4001.30.00 as balata in primary forms, per Chapter Note 3(a).
Balata Waste Scrap Prevention Blocks
Balata gum blocks are formed in irregular shapes to minimize processing waste, maintained in primary form for industrial belting manufacture. These blocks are unworked and unadulterated, qualifying as balata in primary forms under tariff item 4001.30.00. The irregular block shape is explicitly listed as a primary form in Chapter Note 3(b).