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.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported for use in manufacturing ABS copolymers of subheading 3903.30
This sibling item covers poly(oxyethylene) waxes specifically for ABS production.
If the product is blended with other chemical additives
Blended preparations not meeting the definition of artificial waxes may fall under chemical products and preparations.
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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
• Confirm the product is in solid form (powder) and not mixed with other substances, as mixtures may shift classification
• Keep supplier documentation showing the PEG composition to support the tariff classification
• Verify whether the product is for pharmaceutical use, which may require additional Health Canada documentation
Related Products under Tariff item 3404.20.90
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.