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Rice Bran Wax from Japan

Rice bran wax is extracted from rice bran oil, a hard vegetable wax used in chocolate coatings and polishes. It is included in HTS 1521.90.40.00 for other non-triglyceride 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

• Provide FFA (free fatty acid) analysis showing low triglyceride content

• For food use, ensure GRAS status documentation for FDA clearance

• Declare particle size if powdered to avoid dust hazard classifications