Traditional Balata Gum Blocks
Irregular blocks of coagulated balata in primary form, historically prized for waterproofing and golf balls. Fits HTS 4001.30.00.05 as balata blocks per primary forms (Note 3(b)), unadulterated.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cut to regular rods over 5mm
Note 9 reclassifies vulcanized rubber thread/rods >5mm to 4008 profiles.
If finished into other rubber articles
Post-primary fabrication into articles like seals goes to other Chapter 40 headings.
If guayule gum blocks
Guayule, a distinct desert gum, has separate statistical reporting within the heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document block irregularity to distinguish from 4008 rods
• Test vulcanization potential to confirm raw status
• Comply with CITES if from protected bully tree zones
Related Products under HTS 4001.30.00.05
Raw Balata Gum Bale
Unprocessed balata gum harvested from the sap of bully trees in South America, formed into irregular bales for transport. Classified under HTS 4001.30.00.05 as balata in primary bulk form, meeting Chapter 40 definitions for natural gums not compounded with vulcanizing agents or fillers.
Balata Gum Lumps
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.
Venezuelan Balata Primary Plates
Balata gum pressed into simple rectangular plates from primary coagulation, used in traditional belting and adhesives. HTS 4001.30.00.05 covers balata plates in primary forms per Chapter Note 8, uncut beyond rectangular shape.
Guyana Balata Gum Granules
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.
Unvulcanized Balata Sheets
Thin, simply cut rectangular sheets of raw balata gum in primary form, ideal for historical golf ball cores. HTS 4001.30.00.05 applies to balata sheets per primary form definitions, excluding any surface printing or vulcanization.
Chicle-Balata Blend Primary Paste
Dispersion paste blending balata with similar natural gums like chicle in primary liquid form for gum bases. Covered by HTS 4001.30.00.05 as balata/gutta-percha/chicle gums in pastes, retaining raw character without vulcanizing agents.