Bleached Seed Lac Seeds from Germany
Bleached seed lac seeds undergo minimal solar bleaching while retaining raw status under HTS 1301.90.91.20 for seed lac. Ideal for lighter-colored shellac in cosmetics and confectionery glazes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for bleaching agents to ensure no chemical treatment pushing to Chapter 32
• Provide color fastness certificates for end-use in pharmaceuticals
• Segregate from dark seed lac to avoid averaging in customs valuation