Bleached Orange Shellac Flakes from Germany
Bleached orange shellac flakes result from mild bleaching of sticklac, retaining a slight orange tint while removing impurities. This natural resin product is specifically under HTS 1301.90.91.10 as bleached shellac, commonly used in French polishing for furniture and musical instruments.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Supply color specification sheets (e.g
• Gardner scale) to confirm 'orange' bleaching level per industry standards
• Declare iodine number and acid values in COA to verify purity and prevent rejection as adulterated