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1301.90.91.10/Bleached Orange Shellac Flakes/Japan

Bleached Orange Shellac Flakes from Japan

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 — 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

• 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

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