Guyana Balata Gum Granules from China
Coarse granules of balata gum in primary bulk form, suitable for melting into sealants or early industrial molds. Classified as balata under HTS 4001.30.00.05, fitting Chapter 40's primary forms like granules without prohibited compounding.
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)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Screen for granule size; if uniform like powder and processed, may face scrutiny for 4002 synthetic classification
• Declare as 'not vulcanizable without additives' to affirm primary status
• Pair with country-specific harvest permits for endangered species compliance