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Electric Wax Melter for Candles from Japan

> An electric wax melter for candles is a small electro-thermic pot for melting paraffin or soy wax in candle making hobbies. It is a domestic crafting appliance, fitting tariff item 8516.79.90 as "other" electro-thermic appliances.

Duty Rate — Japan → Canada

6.5%
PGA flags (1)Show detailsHCConsumer Products SafetyMay be required
  • 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 8516799000; Equal To 8516799000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).

CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown

Import Tips

• > Verify the wax melter's heating element and temperature controls meet Canadian electrical standards (CSA/UL) to avoid CBSA issues

• Classify under 8516.79.90 and specify its use for candle making

• If the melter is a simple double boiler without electric heating, it may be classified under Chapter 73