Sorva Natural Gum Strips

Sorva gum from Couma trees, processed into rectangular strips in primary form. Used in traditional medicines and as rubber substitute. Fits HTS 4001.30.00 as similar natural gum in strip form per note 7 geometric shape requirement.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+25.0%25%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1302.19Lower: 10% vs 25%

If imported primarily as vegetable gum extract

Chapter 13 covers vegetable saps/gums; competes if not emphasizing rubber properties.

4003.00.00Higher: 35% vs 25%

If reclaimed from mixed sources

Reclaimed rubber from any source goes to 4003 regardless of natural gum origin.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include pharmacological test reports for health claims

β€’ Ensure strips are simply cut rectangles without profile shaping

β€’ Declare exact botanical species to avoid generic rubber classification

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