Montan Wax Emulsion Paste from China
Montan wax processed into a water-emulsifiable paste for use in carnauba wax blends and industrial coatings. It qualifies for HTS 2712.90.1000 as montan wax, a lignite-derived product, even when partially emulsified but retaining core wax properties. Commonly used in furniture polishes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit compositional analysis proving montan wax content >50% to prevent shift to preparations heading
• Declare as 'mineral wax' on entry forms; mislabeling as 'emulsion' risks 3809 classification