Xylitol Mint Chewing Gum from Germany
Dental health chewing gum with xylitol as primary sweetener and natural mint flavoring, designed to promote oral hygiene. Falls under HTS 1704.90.68 for non-cocoa sugar confectionery, eligible for USMCA benefits under 9823.10.11 when sourced from Canada or Mexico meeting note 10(b)(2) requirements.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide USMCA certificate of origin specifying note 10(b)(2) compliance
• Ensure xylitol content verified by analysis to confirm 1704.90.68 classification
• Watch for FDA labeling requirements on dental claims