Wrigley's Spearmint Chewing Gum from Japan
Wrigley's Spearmint is a classic sugar-coated chewing gum featuring a bold mint flavor in individually wrapped pieces. It falls under HTS 1704.10.00.00 as it is chewing gum designed for prolonged mastication, retaining its chewable structure even after flavor release. The product contains sugar and gum base but is not classified as chocolate or cocoa-containing confectionery.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify sugar content does not exceed 65% dry weight to avoid TRQ restrictions under additional U.S. note 2 to chapter 17
• Provide detailed ingredient lists and polarity tests if sucrose content is questioned during customs examination
• Label products clearly as 'chewing gum' to distinguish from candy under Chapter 17