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Chewing Gum Base Polyisobutylene from Germany

Food-grade polyisobutylene specifically formulated for synthetic chewing gum base, classified under HTS 3902.20.5000 as 'Other' polyisobutylene in primary forms with high monomer purity. This elastomer provides the chewable, non-stick properties essential for gum production.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Obtain FDA prior notice and food contact compliance; segregate from industrial grades; provide GRAS status documentation for gum base use