Wax-Resin Compound for Hot Melt
A hot melt adhesive base composed of synthetic wax and resins, used in industrial adhesive formulations. This product is a prepared wax with a basis of wax and containing resins, qualifying as a prepared wax under heading 34.04. It is classified under tariff item 3404.90.90 as 'Other' prepared waxes, not elsewhere specified.
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 the product is put up as an adhesive for retail sale
Section note 2 directs goods put up for retail sale as adhesives to heading 35.06.
If the wax component is a named product in that item
Certain waxes for specific uses are classified in this item.
If the product lacks a waxy character and is a chemical mixture
Non-waxy chemical mixtures may fall under heading 38.24.
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
• Confirm the product has a waxy character and is not a finished adhesive, which would fall under Chapter 35
• Provide a formulation breakdown showing the wax and resin percentages to support classification
• Be aware that if the product is put up for retail sale as an adhesive, it may be classified elsewhere
Related Products under Tariff item 3404.90.90
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
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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.
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> 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
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Bleached Beeswax Encaustic Art Wax
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