Refined Carnauba Wax from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
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