Sugarless Bubble Gum from Japan
Bubble gum sweetened exclusively with polyols (sorbitol/maltitol), no sucrose content, in fruit flavors for children. HTS 1704.90.68 covers this sugar confectionery type, with USMCA preferential entry under 9823.10.11 for qualifying North American production per note 10(b)(2).
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• USMCA origin declaration must reference note 10(b)(2) specifically
• Test for zero crystalline sucrose to maintain 1704.90.68 status
• Comply with CPSC regulations for children's products