New

Ask Wove anything about tariffs.

Try Tariff Assistant

Spermaceti Wax Substitute from Canada

Modern spermaceti substitutes are refined cetacean-like waxes (often synthetic mimics), classified as other insect or animal waxes under HTS 1521.90.40.00.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Clarify 'substitute' vs. true spermaceti to avoid marine mammal import bans

• Include chemical composition to prove non-whale origin