Battery Wax Paraffin Sealant from China
Low-oil paraffin wax (<0.75%) formulated for sealing battery cases and electrical components. HTS 2712.20.00.00 for pure paraffin wax properties. Provides moisture-resistant insulation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
7.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include safety data sheets for hazmat if applicable; verify dielectric strength specs
• Pitfall: classifying as electrical insulator under plastics