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U.S. imports of chewing gum, sugar-coated or uncoated (HS 170410) totaled $8.5M in April 2026, traded with 30 countries.
Importers of Chewing Gum, Sugar-Coated or Uncoated paid $154K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 15% on $1.0M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataChewing gum, whether sugar-coated or plain, is consolidated into a single 10-digit line (1704100000) under heading 170410, simplifying classification but leaving duty exposure undivided. Canada and Mexico are the primary suppliers, with China a notable third source; imports from China may be subject to Section 301 tariffs, making origin verification a key cost-management step for buyers. As a finished food product, chewing gum is subject to FDA review for ingredient compliance, including food-grade gum base, sweeteners, and flavorings. Importers should confirm that labeling meets FDA requirements for ingredient declaration and net quantity before shipment.
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Yes. Chewing gum originating in China is generally subject to Section 301 tariffs in addition to the standard column 1 duty rate. Importers should confirm the current Section 301 list status and applicable rate with a licensed customs broker, as the product's classification under 1704100000 places it within the scope of those measures.
Chewing gum must comply with FDA food safety regulations, including the use of approved food-grade gum base components, permitted sweeteners, and GRAS or approved flavorings. The product is subject to FDA prior notice requirements under the Bioterrorism Act, and FDA may detain shipments that lack adequate ingredient documentation or that contain unapproved additives. Consulting a licensed customs broker or regulatory specialist is advisable before first importation.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $4.7M | $886K | -$3.9M |
| MEXICO | $2.7M | $720K | -$2.0M |
| BRAZIL | $202K | -- | -$202K |
| UNITED ARAB EMIRATES | -- | $196K | +$196K |
| GERMANY | $168K | $26K | -$142K |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1704100000 | CHEWING GUM, WHETHER OR NOT SUGAR COATED | $8.5M | 14.76% | $154K |
CHEWING GUM, WHETHER OR NOT SUGAR COATED
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1704100000 | CHEWING GUM, WHETHER OR NOT SUGAR COATED | $3.2M |
CHEWING GUM, WHETHER OR NOT SUGAR COATED
506.8K kg
SUGAR CONFECTION (INCL WH CHOC), NO COCOA, NESOI
HS 170490
CANE SUGAR, SOLID, RAW, NO ADDED FLAV/COLOR, NESOI
HS 170114
MAPLE SUGAR AND MAPLE SYRUP
HS 170220
CANE/BEET SUG CHEM PURE SUCROSE REFIND NESOI
HS 170199
GLUCOSE (DEXTROSE), UNDER 20% FRUCTOSE IN DRY FORM
HS 170230
CANE MOLASSES FROM EXTRACTION OR REFINING OF SUGAR
HS 170310
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAREDO, TX | $2.4M | $700K | -$1.7M |
| PORT HURON, MI | $2.7M | $174K | -$2.6M |
| DETROIT, MI | $1.6M | $592K | -$1.1M |