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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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