Product classification
HS code for Bubble gum: 1704.10
Sugar confectionery, chewing gum, whether or not sugar-coated, not containing cocoa.
Classification of bubble gum under HS 1704.10
Bubble gum is classified under HS code 1704.10, which is part of Chapter 17 covering sugar and sugar confectionery. Heading 1704 specifically includes sugar confectionery (including white chocolate) that does not contain cocoa. Subheading 1704.10 is the specific international designation for chewing gum, whether or not it is sugar-coated. This classification is determined by the product's composition, which typically consists of a gum base (natural or synthetic), sweeteners (such as sucrose, glucose, or polyols), and flavorings. Even if the bubble gum uses sugar substitutes like sorbitol or xylitol, it remains classified under 1704.10 as long as it is a confectionery product. The absence of cocoa is a critical factor, as any confectionery containing cocoa would be moved to Chapter 18.
- Covers
- Standard bubble gum
- Sugar-coated chewing gum
- Sugar-free bubble gum (confectionery)
- Stick and pellet style gum
- Bubble gum with liquid centers
- Also under 1704.10
- Wrigley's Extra
- Trident
- Hubba Bubba
- Mentos Gum
- Airwaves
Codes often confused with 1704.10
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 1806.90, which covers sugar confectionery containing cocoa. If bubble gum contains even a small amount of cocoa, it must be classified under heading 1806. Another common error involves HS code 2106.90, which is a residual category for food preparations not elsewhere specified. However, since chewing gum is specifically named in 1704.10, that code takes precedence. Additionally, medicated gums, such as those containing nicotine for smoking cessation, are classified under HS code 3004.90 as pharmaceutical products rather than confectionery.
Top exporters and importers of HS 170410 (the code used for bubble gum), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 170410 (the code used for bubble gum) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 13% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 170410, not only bubble gum.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $138M 13% of world exports
- 2 Mexico $81M 7.6% of world exports
- 3 Canada $62M 5.9% of world exports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $116M 11% of world imports
- 2 Germany $51M 4.8% of world imports
- 3 South Africa $38M 3.6% of world imports
World total: $1.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for bubble gum
Brazil classifies bubble gum under NCM 1704.10.00: HS 1704.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bubble gum
What is the HS code for Bubble gum?
The HS code for Bubble gum is 170410 (Sugar confectionery; chewing gum, whether or not sugar-coated, not containing cocoa). The HS code for bubble gum, classified as chewing gum, is 1704.10.
How do I classify Bubble gum for customs?
Bubble gum is classified under HS code 170410 — Sugar confectionery; chewing gum, whether or not sugar-coated, not containing cocoa. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What if the bubble gum contains chocolate?
If the bubble gum contains cocoa or chocolate, it is no longer classified under 1704.10 and must be moved to HS code 1806.90.
Which countries are the top exporters of bubble gum (HS 170410)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 170410 (the code used for bubble gum) in UN Comtrade data were China ($138M, 13% of world exports), Mexico ($81M) and Canada ($62M). World exports came to about $1.1B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of bubble gum (HS 170410)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 170410 (the code used for bubble gum) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($116M, 11% of world imports), Germany ($51M) and South Africa ($38M). World imports came to about $1.0B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Bubble gum the same in all countries?
The base HS code 170410 for Bubble gum is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for bubble gum in Brazil?
In Brazil, bubble gum (HS 170410) is classified under NCM 1704.10.00.