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Obenauf's Heavy Duty LP

A thick beeswax-blended paste for rugged leather like work boots and holsters, offering long-lasting protection. It contains polish additives beyond pure wax, making it a preparation under tariff item 3405.10.90 for leather care.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%—6.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%—6.5%
🇺🇸United States6.5%—6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%—6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%—6.5%
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  • HC

    Consumer Products Safety · May be required

    May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Equal To 3405109000; Equal To 3405109000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).

CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown

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3405.10.10Lower: Free vs 6.5%

If imported as a liquid preparation for manufacturing shoe care products

Liquid shoe shine preparations for manufacturing use are classified under this sibling item.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm the product is not a pure wax, which would be excluded from heading 34.05

• Provide the product's ingredient list to CBSA for verification

• Ensure it is not a liquid shoe shine for manufacturing, which would fall under 3405.10.10

Related Products under Tariff item 3405.10.90

Angelus Easy Cleaner for Leather

A foam cleaner specifically formulated for patent leather shoes, designed to remove dirt and scuffs without leaving residue. It combines cleaning and polishing actions, making it a preparation for footwear or leather within the scope of tariff item 3405.10.90, as it is not a liquid shoe shine preparation for manufacturing use.

Bick 4 Leather Conditioner

A milky emulsion conditioner designed for fine leathers such as gloves and jackets, penetrating to prevent cracking. Its alcohol-free formula suits delicate skins, and it functions as a leather cream or polish preparation, falling under tariff item 3405.10.90 as a footwear or leather care product.

Boot Black Liquid Polish

A quick-shine liquid polish for military boots that dyes and polishes in one step. It is a preparation for footwear or leather, not a liquid shoe shine for manufacturing, so it falls under tariff item 3405.10.90 as a retail polish product.

Collonil Carbon Pro Shoe Cream

An impregnated cream with carbon pro technology for stain-resistant leather shoes, providing a matte finish and protection. It is a footwear polish or cream preparation, falling under tariff item 3405.10.90 as a retail leather care product.

Dr. Martens Wonder Balm

A versatile balm for conditioning leather boots, bags, and jackets, made with natural oils for waterproofing. It is a leather care preparation for footwear and other leather goods, falling under tariff item 3405.10.90 as a polish or cream for leather.

Ecological Leather Balm

A plant-based balm for vegan leather alternatives, but formulated for real leather care. It functions as a leather polish or cream, falling under tariff item 3405.10.90 as a preparation for footwear or leather, despite its eco-friendly positioning.