Balata Gum Lumps from China
Coagulated balata sap dried into irregular lumps, a traditional natural gum used in early golf balls and chewing gum base. Falls under HTS 4001.30.00.05 as balata in primary bulk form, excluding any additives that would alter its raw character.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide lab analysis confirming no synthetic rubber mixtures, as Chapter Note 2(c) excludes grafted or mixed products from synthetic rubber but scrutinizes naturals
• Use refrigerated shipping if latex-like to prevent premature coagulation, avoiding reclassification as waste
• Label as 'primary form balata' distinctly from chicle to match exact subheading