Raw Balata Gum Bale from United States
Raw balata gum bale is unprocessed balata gum harvested from the sap of bully trees in South America, formed into irregular bales for transport. These bales 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
• Ensure the bales are not compounded with any additives, as Chapter Note 5 excludes compounded rubbers from heading 40.01
• Declare the product as balata in primary bale form under tariff item 4001.30.00
• Keep documentation of the harvesting and baling process to show no further working occurred