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Candle-Making Paraffin Wax 140F from China

Paraffin wax optimized for candles with 140°F melt point and <0.75% oil for smooth burning and scent throw. HTS 2712.20.00.00 applies to this low-oil, fully refined petroleum wax. Produces high-quality, dripless candles.

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 color and additive declarations if any; sample testing for oil content recommended

• Pitfall: classifying finished candles instead of raw wax