About HS Code 400130
This category encompasses natural gums like balata, gutta-percha, guayule, and chicle, and similar natural gums, traded in primary forms or as plates, sheets, or strips. These are distinct from Hevea natural rubber and possess unique properties such as high impermeability, excellent electrical insulation, and thermoplasticity. They are sourced from specific plants and trees, often in tropical regions. Importers and exporters are typically specialized suppliers catering to niche industries, including dental materials, golf ball manufacturing, chewing gum production, and certain medical applications. Key aspects of trade involve ensuring the purity and quality of the natural gum, adhering to sustainable sourcing practices, and understanding the precise end-use requirements for each specific type of gum. Their trade volume is generally smaller than that of Hevea rubber.
Products Under This Code
Raw balata gum, gutta-percha pellets, guayule rubber sheets, chicle blocks, natural chewing gum base, dental gutta-percha points, golf ball core material, jelutong gum
Real World Examples
Guayule Rubber (PanAridus), Gutta-percha (various dental suppliers), Chicle (natural chewing gum manufacturers), Wrigley's (chewing gum base)
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 400110 (natural rubber latex) or 400121/400122 (natural rubber in other forms) if the specific botanical origin and chemical composition are not accurately identified.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.
Products Classified Under 4001.30
Industry
This code belongs to the Automotive & Vehicles industry.
Trade Overview
Countries with specific natural gum resources like Mexico (chicle), Indonesia/Malaysia (gutta-percha), and the USA (guayule research) are key players, alongside importing nations for specialized manufacturing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 400130?
HS code 400130 covers: Balata, gutta-percha, guayule, chicle and similar natural gums; in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip. This category encompasses natural gums like balata, gutta-percha, guayule, and chicle, and similar natural gums, traded in primary forms or as plates, sheets, or strips. These are distinct from Hevea natural rubber and possess unique properties such as high impermeability, excellent electrical insulation, and thermoplasticity. They are sourced from specific plants and trees, often in tropical regions. Importers and exporters are typically specialized suppliers catering to niche industries, including dental materials, golf ball manufacturing, chewing gum production, and certain medical applications. Key aspects of trade involve ensuring the purity and quality of the natural gum, adhering to sustainable sourcing practices, and understanding the precise end-use requirements for each specific type of gum. Their trade volume is generally smaller than that of Hevea rubber.
What products fall under HS code 400130?
Raw balata gum, gutta-percha pellets, guayule rubber sheets, chicle blocks, natural chewing gum base, dental gutta-percha points, golf ball core material, jelutong gum
What are common misclassifications for HS code 400130?
Often confused with 400110 (natural rubber latex) or 400121/400122 (natural rubber in other forms) if the specific botanical origin and chemical composition are not accurately identified.
How is HS code 400130 structured?
HS code 400130 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (40) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.