Chapter 3404 — Customs Tariff Headings

Carbowax PEG-3350 Powder

Carbowax PEG-3350 is a solid, water-soluble poly(oxyethylene) wax produced by chemical synthesis. Its waxy character and polyethylene glycol composition place it under tariff item 3404.20.90 as an artificial wax of poly(oxyethylene), other than those for ABS manufacture.

Lutrol E400 Polyethylene Glycol

Lutrol E400 is a liquid polyethylene glycol with a poly(oxyethylene) structure, chemically produced and waxy in character. Although liquid at room temperature, it qualifies as an artificial wax of poly(oxyethylene) under tariff item 3404.20.90 when not put up as a finished preparation.

PEG 1000 Monostearate Emulsifying Wax

PEG 1000 monostearate is a chemically produced ester of polyethylene glycol and stearic acid, exhibiting waxy properties. Its poly(oxyethylene) backbone and artificial wax character place it under tariff item 3404.20.90 as an 'other' poly(oxyethylene) wax.

PEG-1500 Distearate Wax

PEG-1500 distearate is a diester of polyethylene glycol and stearic acid, produced by chemical synthesis with a waxy consistency. Its poly(oxyethylene) structure qualifies it as an artificial wax under tariff item 3404.20.90, provided it is not a surface-active agent.

PEG-4000 Pharmaceutical Wax Base

PEG-4000 is a solid, water-soluble poly(oxyethylene) wax used as a base in pharmaceutical suppositories and ointments. Its chemically produced waxy character and PEG composition place it under tariff item 3404.20.90 as an artificial wax.

PEG-6000 Flakes (Polyethylene Glycol 6000)

PEG-6000 flakes are solid poly(oxyethylene) waxes produced by chemical synthesis, used as water-soluble binders and bases in pharmaceuticals. Their waxy, moldable properties and PEG composition classify them under tariff item 3404.20.90.

PEG-8000 Pellets for Industrial Use

PEG-8000 pellets are high-molecular-weight poly(oxyethylene) waxes in solid pellet form, used as release agents and additives. Their chemically produced waxy character places them under tariff item 3404.20.90 as artificial waxes.

PEG Dilaurate Emulsifying Wax NF

PEG dilaurate is a diester of polyethylene glycol and lauric acid, produced chemically with waxy properties. Its poly(oxyethylene) structure qualifies it under tariff item 3404.20.90 as an artificial wax, provided it is not a surface-active agent.

Polyethylene Glycol 400 (PEG-400)

PEG-400 is a low-molecular-weight liquid poly(oxyethylene) wax used as a solvent and plasticizer. Despite its liquid state, it is a chemically produced artificial wax and falls under tariff item 3404.20.90 when not in a finished preparation.

Polyglykol 300 Industrial Wax

Polyglykol 300 is a low-molecular-weight liquid polyethylene glycol with a poly(oxyethylene) structure, used in industrial applications. Its chemically produced waxy character places it under tariff item 3404.20.90 as an artificial wax.

Chemically Modified Lignite Wax Emulsion

This is a prepared wax product derived from chemically modified lignite, mixed with water and emulsifiers to create a stable emulsion suitable for industrial coatings. It falls under tariff item 3404.90.20 as a wax based on chemically modified lignite, which is a specific subcategory of artificial waxes.

Chemically Modified Lignite Wax for Rubber Processing

This is a prepared wax from modified lignite used as a release agent in tire and rubber molding. It falls under tariff item 3404.90.20 as a chemically modified lignite wax, which is a specific type of artificial wax, and is not classified under soap or surfactant headings.

Chemically Modified Lignite Wax Powder

This is a fine powder produced from chemically modified lignite wax, used as a dry lubricant and release agent in plastics molding. It falls under tariff item 3404.90.20 as a chemically modified lignite wax product, meeting the waxy character definition for artificial waxes.

Lignite-Based Wax Compound for Wood Coatings

This is a compounded wax from chemically modified lignite with mineral fillers, applied in wood floor finishes for protection and gloss. It falls under tariff item 3404.90.20 as a wax based on chemically modified lignite, even with added fillers, as long as it retains waxy character.

Lignite Wax Paste for Leather Finishing

This is a thick paste made from chemically modified lignite wax blended with resins and fillers, used in leather processing to impart shine and protection. It falls under tariff item 3404.90.20 as a chemically modified lignite wax product, provided the resins and fillers do not change its fundamental waxy character.

Modified Lignite Wax Bars for Industrial Buffing

These are solid bars of chemically modified lignite wax formulated for buffing metal surfaces in manufacturing. They fall under tariff item 3404.90.20 as molded artificial wax pieces from lignite, and do not qualify as scouring powders due to lack of abrasive content.

Modified Lignite Wax Pellets for Candle Production

This is a pelletized form of chemically modified lignite wax, prepared with stabilizers for use in industrial candle manufacturing. It qualifies under tariff item 3404.90.20 as a chemically produced waxy product from lignite, meeting the definition of artificial wax.

Montan Wax Derivative for Coatings

Montan Wax Derivative for Coatings is a chemically modified montan wax ester used in industrial can and coil coatings. It is an artificial wax with a waxy character, enhanced with resins for lubricity, and falls under tariff item 3404.90.20 as a chemically modified lignite product.

Montan Wax Esterified Blend

Montan Wax Esterified Blend is a prepared wax derived from lignite (montan wax) that has been esterified and mixed with resins. It is used in industrial coatings to provide gloss and surface protection, and qualifies as an artificial wax under heading 34.04 because it is chemically modified and blended with other materials.

Beeswax-Carnauba Emulsion

> A water-based emulsion blending animal beeswax and vegetable carnauba for leather care. It is a product obtained by mixing different waxes in a liquid medium, classifiable under heading 34.04 as a prepared wax, not excluded by Chapter Note 5(d) as it is a wax mixture.

Beeswax-Carnauba Emulsion Wax

A liquid wax emulsion blending beeswax and carnauba wax in an aqueous dispersion, used for fruit coating applications. This product is a prepared wax obtained by mixing different waxes, but because it is dispersed in a liquid medium, it is excluded from heading 34.04 by chapter note 5(d). It is classified under tariff item 3404.90.90 as 'Other' prepared waxes, as the exclusion does not apply to emulsions of waxes for coating purposes.

Bleached Beeswax Bookbinding Wax

> A wax mixture of bleached beeswax and rosin used for bookbinding and thread waxing. It is a prepared wax of waxy character with a basis of beeswax and resins, falling under heading 34.04 as an artificial or prepared wax, not excluded by Chapter Note 1.

Bleached Beeswax Church Candle Wax Blend

> A prepared wax blend of bleached beeswax, paraffin, and stearic acid, molded into blocks for candle manufacturing. It is a mixture of different waxes with added substances, classifiable under heading 34.04 as a prepared wax.

Bleached Beeswax Cosmetics Lip Balm Base

A prepared wax blend consisting of bleached beeswax, shea butter, and vitamin E, formulated as a base for lip balm manufacturing. This product is an artificial or prepared wax of heading 34.04, as it combines natural waxes with other materials to achieve a waxy character suitable for cosmetics. It is classified under tariff item 3404.90.90 as 'Other' artificial waxes, not elsewhere specified.

Bleached Beeswax Encaustic Art Wax

> A mixed wax for encaustic painting containing bleached beeswax, damar resin, and pigments in block form. It is a prepared wax of waxy character with a basis of beeswax and resins, falling under heading 34.04 as an artificial or prepared wax.

Bleached Beeswax Furniture Wax Paste

> A prepared paste wax with bleached beeswax, carnauba, and mineral spirits for wood furniture protection. It is a wax mixture with solvents, classifiable under heading 34.04 as a prepared wax, not excluded by Chapter Note 1.

Bleached Beeswax Leather Polish Wax

> An artificial wax containing bleached beeswax, turpentine, and solvents for polishing leather goods. It is a prepared wax of waxy character with a basis of beeswax and other substances, falling under heading 34.04.

Bleached Beeswax Musical Instrument Polish

> A premium wax polish containing bleached beeswax, orange oil, and linseed for woodwind and brass instruments. It is a prepared wax mixture with a basis of beeswax and oils, classifiable under heading 34.04 as a prepared wax.

Bleached Beeswax Waterproofing Wax for Canvas

> A prepared wax blend with bleached beeswax and paraffin for treating canvas tents and sails. It is a mixture of different waxes with hydrocarbons, classifiable under heading 34.04 as a prepared wax.

Carnauba-Polyethylene Blend Wax

A prepared wax mixing natural carnauba wax with synthetic polyethylene, used in shoe polish and leather care products. This product is obtained by mixing different waxes, qualifying as a prepared wax under heading 34.04. It is classified under tariff item 3404.90.90 as 'Other' prepared waxes, as it is not specifically named in other subheadings.

Carnauba-Polyethylene Wax Blend

> A prepared wax mixing natural carnauba with synthetic polyethylene for shoe polish and floor care. It is a product obtained by mixing different waxes, classifiable under heading 34.04 as a prepared wax, not excluded by Chapter Note 5.

Fischer-Tropsch Synthetic Wax

> A high-purity synthetic wax produced via Fischer-Tropsch process for candles and lubricants. It is a chemically produced organic product of waxy character, classifiable under heading 34.04 as an artificial wax, not excluded by Chapter Note 5.

Fischer-Tropsch Wax for Hot Melt Adhesives

A synthetic Fischer-Tropsch wax with a narrow carbon distribution, used in hot melt adhesive formulations. This product is a chemically produced artificial wax with a waxy character, qualifying under heading 34.04. It is classified under tariff item 3404.90.90 as 'Other' artificial waxes, as it is not specifically named in other subheadings.

Micronized Polypropylene Wax

> A fine powder artificial wax from polypropylene for plastic processing aids. It is a chemically produced waxy product, classifiable under heading 34.04 as an artificial wax, not excluded by Chapter Note 5.

Paraffin-Free Church Candle Wax

> A palm-based prepared wax blend free of petroleum for religious candles. It is a mixture of different waxes, classifiable under heading 34.04 as a prepared wax, not excluded by Chapter Note 5.

Polyethylene Wax Emulsion

> A water-dispersible emulsion of chemically produced polyethylene wax used in coatings and polishes. It is an artificial wax in a liquid medium, classifiable under heading 34.04 as a prepared wax, not excluded by Chapter Note 5(d) as it is a wax dispersion.

Polyethylene Wax Emulsion for Polishes

A water-dispersible polyethylene wax emulsion used in floor and furniture polish formulations. This product is an artificial wax of a waxy character with a basis of polyethylene wax dispersed in a liquid medium. Although chapter note 5(d) excludes waxes dispersed in a liquid medium, this product is classified under tariff item 3404.90.90 as 'Other' prepared waxes, as it is not a finished polish.

Rice Bran Wax Refined for Cosmetics

A steam-refined rice bran wax with high saponification value, used in lipstick and cream bases. This product is a vegetable wax that has been chemically processed beyond crude extraction, qualifying as a prepared wax under heading 34.04. It is classified under tariff item 3404.90.90 as 'Other' prepared waxes, as it is not specifically named in other subheadings.

Rice Bran Wax-Rosin Mixture

> A blended rice bran wax with rosin for fruit coating and confectionery. It is a waxy product with a basis of rice bran wax and resins, classifiable under heading 34.04 as a prepared wax, not excluded by Chapter Note 5.

Synthetic Ester Wax for Candles

A chemically synthesized ester wax designed for use in premium pillar candle manufacturing. This product is an artificial wax produced by chemical synthesis, meeting the definition of artificial waxes in heading 34.04. It is classified under tariff item 3404.90.90 as 'Other' artificial waxes, as it is not specifically named in other subheadings.

Synthetic Paraffin Wax for Candles

A fully refined synthetic paraffin wax in pellet form, used in candle manufacturing for superior burn quality. This product is a chemically produced artificial wax with a waxy character, qualifying under heading 34.04. It is classified under tariff item 3404.90.90 as 'Other' artificial waxes, as it is not specifically named in other subheadings.