Balata-Gut Percha Natural Gum and Synthetic Rubber Paste
Paste form mixture of balata/gutta-percha natural gums (4001) with synthetic rubber, for specialty sealing compounds. Qualifies as HTS 4002.80.00.00 primary paste without prohibited substances per chapter exclusions. Traditional use in golf balls and adhesives.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If no synthetic component added
Pure natural gums stay in 4001 without mixtures.
If extruded into profiles
Profile shapes from mixtures fall under 4008, not primary forms.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Rare gums require origin certificates to verify natural status under 4001 definitions
• Paste viscosity must be documented to prove primary form, not article
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