Refined Carnauba Wax from Japan
Carnauba wax derived from the leaves of the Copernicia prunifera palm in Brazil, refined to remove impurities. It falls under HTS 1521.10.0060 as a vegetable wax (other than triglycerides), specifically in the 'other' subheading for non-Japanese varieties.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify origin certificates to confirm vegetable source and avoid reclassification as animal wax
• Ensure documentation specifies 'other than triglycerides' to match statistical suffix
• Test for purity levels, as adulterated waxes may fall under different chemical headings