Montan Wax Refined

Refined montan wax from lignite, a fossilized vegetable wax used in electrical insulation. Covered by HTS 1521.90.40.00 as other vegetable waxes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

2704.00.00Lower: Free vs 17.5%

If crude lignite extract

Unrefined from coal goes to mineral fuels.

2712.90Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If petroleum processed

Hydrocarbon blends shift to petroleum waxes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Geological source docs for fossil wax verification

Acid number specs to confirm refinement