Bleached Candelilla Wax Flakes from China
Bleached candelilla wax in flake form is processed to a white, odorless state from the natural vegetable wax of the candelilla shrub. HTS 1521.10.00.20 covers this refined or colored vegetable wax, used in pharmaceuticals, candles, and food glazing agents.
Duty Rate — China → United States
7.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit flake size and melting point specs (around 68-72°C) to confirm it's candelilla-grade wax
• Avoid bulk packaging confusion with residues; use clean flake form to stay in 1521
• Certify vegan/non-animal origin to differentiate from beeswax in 1521.90