Sorva Natural Gum Strips from Japan
Sorva natural gum strips are processed from Couma trees into rectangular strips in primary form. These strips are used in traditional medicines and as a rubber substitute. They fall under tariff item 4001.30.00 as similar natural gums in strip form per Chapter Note 9.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Verify that the strips are simply cut to rectangular shape and not further worked, as additional processing may change classification
• Declare the product as sorva, a similar natural gum, in primary strip form under tariff item 4001.30.00
• Keep documentation of the source tree species to confirm it is sorva