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Ouricury Wax Refined from Japan

Refined ouricury wax from the ouricury palm is a softer vegetable wax alternative to carnauba, used in cosmetics and food glazing. Classified in HTS 1521.90.40.00 as other vegetable waxes.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Source sustainability certifications to address potential CITES-like scrutiny on palm products

• Document melt point (around 80°C) to confirm identity and purity

• Avoid bulk packaging over 25kg to reduce spill risk during inspection