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Bleached Beeswax for Candle Making

High-purity bleached beeswax slabs optimized for premium candle production with clean burn and white finish. HTS 1521.90.20.00 applies to this bleached beeswax.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.8%+7.5%12.3%
🇲🇽Mexico4.8%—4.8%
🇨🇦Canada4.8%—4.8%
🇩🇪Germany4.8%—4.8%
🇯🇵Japan4.8%—4.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3406.00.00Higher: 20% vs 12.3%

If candles pre-made from the wax

Finished candles, regardless of wax type, classify under Chapter 34.

2712.90Higher: 12.5% vs 12.3%

If paraffin wax blend

Petroleum-based candle waxes go to Chapter 27.

3307.41.00Higher: 39.9% vs 12.3%

If scented for air fresheners

Scented wax melts classify as perfumery products.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Conduct flash point testing; values below spec can trigger hazmat declarations

• Use double-layered bags to prevent leakage from melting in transit

• Label flammability warnings even for raw wax