Sugar-Free Peppermint Gum from Canada
Chewing gum sweetened with aspartame and saccharin instead of sugar, featuring a refreshing peppermint flavor. Classified under HTS 2106.90.9985 as confectionery gum containing synthetic sweetening agents rather than sugar. It provides long-lasting chew without promoting tooth decay.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
6.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.870%Articles provided for in subdivision (c) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify ingredient list confirms no sugar and lists synthetic sweeteners like aspartame or saccharin to avoid reclassification
• Provide FDA prior notice and ensure nutritional labeling meets US standards for low-calorie claims
• Watch for common pitfalls like mislabeling calorie content, which can trigger FDA holds at entry