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U.S. imports of ester gums (HS 380630) totaled $6.2M in April 2026, traded with 16 countries.
Importers of Ester Gums paid $857K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 19% on $4.5M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Ester Gums imports of $6.2M in April 2026 ran 18% above the year-to-date monthly average of $5.3M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataEster gums — rosin esters produced by reacting rosin or resin acids with polyols such as glycerol or pentaerythritol — are widely used as tackifiers in pressure-sensitive adhesives, hot-melt formulations, and chewing gum base. Mexico is the leading US import source, followed by the Netherlands and Portugal, reflecting both proximity and established European specialty chemical production. The degree of esterification and the polyol used determine softening point and compatibility with specific polymer systems, so technical data sheets are essential for procurement decisions. All imports enter under the single tariff line 3806300000.
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Glycerol esters of rosin offer moderate softening points and are common in general-purpose adhesives and chewing gum base. Pentaerythritol esters provide higher softening points and better oxidative stability, making them preferred for hot-melt adhesives and demanding packaging applications. Importers should specify the polyol type and softening point range in purchase contracts to ensure the correct grade is supplied.
Yes. Ester gums used as food-contact substances or direct food additives — including chewing gum base — must comply with FDA regulations governing food additives. Importers should verify that the specific ester gum grade and its manufacturing process conform to applicable FDA food additive regulations before use in food applications.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $1.6M | $605K | -$1.0M |
| SWEDEN | $1.3M | -- | -$1.3M |
| NETHERLANDS | $1.3M | -- | -$1.3M |
| CANADA | $301K | $473K | +$173K |
| PORTUGAL | $494K | -- | -$494K |
Monthly import values over time
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3806300000 | ESTER GUMS | $6.2M | 19.03% | $857K |
ESTER GUMS
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3806300000 | ESTER GUMS | $1.3M |
ESTER GUMS
466.8K kg
PRODUCTS AND RESIDUALS OF CHEMICAL INDUSTRY, NESOI
HS 382499
DIAGNOSTIC OR LABORATORY REAGENTS INCL KITS, NESOI
HS 382219
CHEM ELEM DOPED, USED IN ELECTRON, DISCS WAFERS ET
HS 381800
SUPPORTED CATALYSTS W PREC METAL/PREC MTL COMPND
HS 381512
SUPPORTED CATALYSTS, NESOI
HS 381519
ADDITIVE FOR LUB OIL CONT PETRO/BITUMINOUS MINOIL
HS 381121
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAVANNAH, GA | $1.8M | $161K | -$1.6M |
| LAREDO, TX | $562K | $590K | +$28K |
| YSLETA, TX | $993K | -- | -$993K |