Jojoba Wax Estates
Liquid wax from jojoba seeds (Simmondsia chinensis), hardened into esters for cosmetics. HTS 1521.10.0060 as 'other' vegetable wax, not triglycerides.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If crude jojoba seed oil before wax separation
Raw oils from jojoba seeds are vegetable fixed oils in heading 1516.
If pre-blended into lip care products
Finished beauty preparations containing jojoba wax are Chapter 33.
If industrial chemical preparations of wax esters
Mixed chemical products for non-specific uses fall in 3824.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify 'liquid wax esters' in invoices to match tariff description
• Organic certification may qualify for preferential duties under trade agreements
• Avoid confusion with jojoba oil classified under 1516.20 for triglyceride content
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