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Chicle Gum and Synthetic Rubber Latex Dispersion

Latex dispersion mixing chicle natural gum with synthetic rubber for chewing gum base. HTS 4002.80.00.00 primary liquid form, careful with plasticizer exclusions. Food-grade compliant.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

4002.39.00Same rate: 37.5%

If halo-butyl synthetic dominant

Specific synthetic types have subheadings.

1704.90.35Higher: 43.1% vs 37.5%

If sugar-coated as confection

Finished gum products go to sugar chapter.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ FDA food contact notification required for gum bases

β€’ No plasticizers allowed except mineral oil per notes