Sugar-Free Chewing Gum Base
A flavored, non-medicated chewing gum base sweetened with artificial sweeteners like xylitol, intended for personal consumption. It falls under HTS 2106.90.99 as a food preparation not specifically covered elsewhere in Chapter 21, distinct from basic gum in 1704 due to its complex formulation with flavorings and binders.
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Alternative Classifications
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If consisting primarily of chewing gum base without significant flavorings
Basic chewing gum base without added sweeteners or flavors is classified under heading 1704 as sugar confectionery.
If containing medicinal active ingredients like nicotine
Medicated gums for therapeutic use fall under Chapter 30 as medicaments.
If specifically a non-medicated chewing gum product
Finished chewing gum products are enumerated separately within 2106.90.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the product is not medicated (HTS Chapter 30) or pure gum base (1704) to avoid reclassification; provide detailed ingredient lists
• Label net weight and nutritional info per FDA rules; common pitfall is mislabeling as candy leading to higher duties
• Obtain prior notice via FDA system for all food imports to prevent holds at entry
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