Bleached Beeswax for Candle Making
Bleached beeswax slabs for candle making, refined to remove impurities and achieve a clean white finish. This product falls under tariff item 1521.90.00 as 'other' insect waxes, specifically beeswax, whether or not refined or coloured, and is not a triglyceride vegetable wax.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the beeswax is unbleached and not otherwise refined
Unbleached beeswax falls under the specific heading for vegetable waxes and beeswax, but this item covers raw or unprocessed forms.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the beeswax is clearly declared as 'bleached beeswax' under tariff item 1521.90.00 to avoid misclassification
• Keep records of the refining process to prove it is not a triglyceride wax
• Verify if any anti-dumping or safeguard measures apply to wax imports from your country of origin
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