Orbit Sugar-Free Peppermint Gum from Japan
Orbit Sugar-Free Peppermint Gum offers a refreshing sugarless chewing experience with xylitol for dental health benefits. Classified under HTS 1704.10.00.00 as chewing gum, it maintains the essential gum base and flavor profile despite lacking sucrose. The sugar coating is optional, but the product retains its masticatory purpose.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Confirm artificial sweeteners like xylitol are declared to avoid misclassification as high-sugar products
• Include dental health claims documentation if applicable, as FDA regulates such labeling
• Test for over 10% dry weight sugar-derived content to ensure no TRQ applicability