White Bleached Beeswax Blocks
Pure white beeswax in large blocks, bleached to remove natural yellow pigments for use in pharmaceuticals and food glazing. Falls under HTS 1521.90.20.00 specifically for its bleached refinement from raw beeswax.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If other insect waxes like wasp wax
Distinguishes bleached beeswax from other insect waxes in the same 'other' category.
If perfumed or artificially colored post-bleaching
Wax preparations with added scents or colors classify as artificial waxes under Chapter 34.
If merely denatured without bleaching
Chapter note excludes merely denatured waxes from 1518, keeping them in original undecolorized heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide bleaching method documentation (e.g
• sun or chemical) to confirm classification away from unbleached wax
• Ensure USP or food-grade certification for pharma/food uses to expedite FDA clearance
• Package in moisture-proof containers to prevent quality degradation during transit
Related Products under HTS 1521.90.20.00
Bleached Yellow Beeswax Pellets
Refined and bleached beeswax processed into small pellets for easy melting and use in cosmetics and candle making. This product is classified under HTS 1521.90.20.00 as bleached beeswax, distinct from unrefined or colored variants due to its purification and bleaching process.
Bleached Beeswax Pastilles for Cosmetics
Small, uniform pastilles of bleached beeswax ideal for lip balms and skincare formulations due to their purity and neutral color. Classified in HTS 1521.90.20.00 as refined, bleached beeswax separate from triglyceride vegetable waxes.
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.
Pharma-Grade Bleached Beeswax Powder
Micronized powder form of bleached beeswax for tablet coatings and ointments in pharmaceuticals. This refined, bleached product is specifically under HTS 1521.90.20.00.
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.
Organic Certified Bleached Beeswax
Bleached beeswax from organically raised bees, certified to USDA NOP standards for natural products. Classified under HTS 1521.90.20.00 for bleached insect waxes.