U.S. imports of Chewing Gum (SITC 06221) totaled $11.1M in August 2026, imported from 39 countries.
Importers of Chewing Gum paid $194K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 1.81% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Chewing Gum imports of $11.1M in August 2026 ran 19% above the year-to-date monthly average of $9.3M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataChewing gum — whether sugar-coated, sugar-free, or functional (whitening, nicotine-free, or medicated) — is a processed confectionery product regulated by FDA as a food, with labeling requirements covering ingredient disclosure, allergen statements, and net quantity. The gum base itself (typically synthetic polymers or natural chicle) is a key compositional element that distinguishes chewing gum from other sugar confectionery for classification purposes. Sugar-free variants using polyols or high-intensity sweeteners are commercially significant and must comply with FDA rules on nutrient content claims such as 'sugar free' or 'does not promote tooth decay.'
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The defining characteristic is the gum base — an insoluble, chewable matrix of natural or synthetic polymers that is not swallowed. Products without a gum base, even if similarly flavored or sugar-coated, would fall under other confectionery headings. Importers should ensure the commercial invoice and product specification clearly identify the gum base composition.
Yes. Sugar-free gum using polyols (sorbitol, xylitol, maltitol, etc.) must comply with FDA regulations on nutrient content claims. If the label bears a 'sugar free' claim, it must meet the regulatory definition, and products claiming dental benefits (e.g., 'does not promote tooth decay') must satisfy additional substantiation requirements. All foreign manufacturers must hold current FDA food facility registrations.
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Basic heading 06221 · $11.1M of $14.7B
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Imports · August 2026
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Canada and Mexico together supply 85% of it. China pays 23.6% duty; Canada 0.0%.
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$11.1MYoY · free account
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$4.5MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $111.9M of Chewing Gum and exported $43.8M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.