Spermaceti Wax Substitute from Japan
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 — 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
• Clarify 'substitute' vs. true spermaceti to avoid marine mammal import bans
• Include chemical composition to prove non-whale origin