Chewing gum import duty into United Kingdom

The MFN (Most Favoured Nation) duty rate for chewing gum (HS 1704.10) into United Kingdom is 6%. This is the standard rate applied when no Free Trade Agreement preference is claimed. Source: WITS TRAINS (UNCTAD methodology).

Yes — 31 bilateral preferential rates have been recorded for HS 1704.10 into United Kingdom, based on existing trade agreements. The lowest rate is shown above. To claim a preferential rate, your shipment usually needs a Certificate of Origin documenting that your product satisfies the agreement's Rules of Origin.

United Kingdom applies a standard VAT/GST/consumption-tax rate of 20% on imported goods. VAT is calculated on the CIF value plus duty. Some food products may qualify for reduced VAT rates depending on category — check with United Kingdom's tax authority for product-specific exemptions.

Standard formula: Landed Cost = Product Value (CIF) + Duty + VAT. Duty = CIF × duty rate (use preferential if you have a Certificate of Origin, else MFN). VAT = (CIF + Duty) × VAT rate. The calculator on this site applies the formula automatically — open the "Calculate landed cost" link below and enter your product value to see the breakdown.

No. The rates shown are indicative for planning purposes. United Kingdom customs makes the final classification and duty determination at the time of import, often based on 8- or 10-digit national tariff codes (the international HS standard is 6-digit). For high-value shipments, file an advance ruling with United Kingdom's customs authority before first shipment.

HS 1704.10 (Chewing gum) is the 6-digit international code. United Kingdom may use an 8- or 10-digit national subdivision under this 6-digit parent — your destination customs broker will refine the code based on your exact product specification.