HS Code 170410
Chewing Gum (Sugar-Coated or Not)
HS code 170410 covers chewing gum with or without sugar coating, provided it does not contain cocoa, used for retail sale in the confectionery sector.
6-digit Section IVLCL
HS Code 170410 — Chewing Gum (Sugar-Coated or Not)
This code covers all types of chewing gum, whether in sticks, pellets, or balls. It includes both sugar-free and sugar-coated varieties, provided they do not contain cocoa.
What's included
- Bubble gum
- Xylitol chewing gum
- Nicotine gum (if classified as confectionery)
- Sugar-free chewing gum
What's excluded
- Chocolate-coated gum → use
180690(Any confectionery containing cocoa must be classified under heading 1806.) - Medicated gum → use
300490(If the gum is primarily a delivery vehicle for medicine, it falls under Chapter 30.)
Common examples
- Wrigley's Extra Peppermint Gum
- Hubba Bubba Bubble Gum
- Xylitol-based dental gum sticks
Frequently asked questions
Does this include sugar-free gum?
Yes, chewing gum made with synthetic sweeteners like xylitol or aspartame is still classified here.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 5% - 15% + possible sugar levies
- Documentation: May be subject to local excise taxes or sugar taxes.
- Typical shipping mode: LCL
- Top exporters: Turkey, China, Mexico
- Top importers: United States, United Kingdom, Germany
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Key takeaway
Applies to all non-chocolate chewing gums regardless of sweetener type.
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