Chewing Gum Base Ester Gum from Japan
Ester gum from glycerol-rosin esters provides chew elasticity and flavor release in gum base formulations. Water-insoluble nature maintains gum cohesion during mastication. Falls under HTS 3806.30.00.00 as purified rosin ester derivative.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Particle size <150 microns for smooth gum texture integration
• Taste panel approval documentation speeds FDA review
• Never classify as complete gum under 2009; pure resin only