Shellac Wax Natural from Japan
Natural shellac wax from lac insect secretions, refined for wood finishing and pharmaceuticals. As an insect wax, it fits HTS 1521.90.40.00 'other' category.
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
• Certify insect origin (Kerria lacca) to distinguish from resin forms
• Dewaxing process docs prevent confusion with 1301 resins