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White Bleached Beeswax Pellets from Japan

White bleached beeswax pellets are refined and colored beeswax formed into small, easy-to-use pellets for industrial applications. Classified under HTS 1521.90.40.00 as refined or colored 'other' insect waxes.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Include bleaching process details and color specifications in entry docs to support 'refined or colored' status

Test for triglyceride content (<5%) to avoid misclassification into vegetable oil headings

Use proper packaging to prevent contamination, as customs may inspect for adulteration

White Bleached Beeswax Pellets from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1521.90.40.00