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1301.90.91.20/Bleached Seed Lac Seeds/Japan

Bleached Seed Lac Seeds from Japan

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 — 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

• 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

Bleached Seed Lac Seeds from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1301.90.91.20