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1301.90.91.10/Bleached Dewaxed Shellac Flakes/Japan

Bleached Dewaxed Shellac Flakes from Japan

Bleached and dewaxed shellac flakes are produced by processing raw lac resin secreted by the lac bug (Kerria lacca) on trees, then bleaching it to a pale yellow color and removing wax content. This product falls under HTS 1301.90.91.10 as bleached shellac, a natural resin purified for use in varnishes, polishes, and coatings.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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Import Tips

• Verify bleaching process documentation to confirm compliance with 'bleached shellac' definition and avoid reclassification as unbleached lac (1301.90.91.05)

• Provide Certificates of Analysis showing low wax content (<0.2%) and bleaching agent residues within FDA limits if for food/pharma use

Bleached Dewaxed Shellac Flakes from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1301.90.91.10