Food-Grade Bleached Beeswax Sheets

Thin sheets of bleached beeswax approved for food contact, used in cheese coating and confectionery molds. HTS 1521.90.20.00 covers this bleached insect wax product.

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.

1517.90.90Higher: 17.5% vs 12.3%

If triglyceride-based edible fat blend

Edible mixtures with vegetable triglycerides go to heading 1517, excluding pure insect waxes.

3823.70.40Higher: 19.5% vs 12.3%

If industrial fatty alcohol preparation

Bleached beeswax in industrial fatty mixes classifies under chemical preparations.

0409.00.00Higher: 35% vs 12.3%

If blended with honey for food glaze

Honey-wax food mixes may fall under natural honey with food preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include GRAS affirmation letters for food-grade status during customs entry

Test for heavy metals and PCBs, common scrutiny points for beeswax imports

Use ventilated containers to prevent mold growth in humid shipments