Grafting Wax Compound

Bitumen-free resin wax used by horticulturists to seal tree grafts and wounds, promoting healing. Falls under HTS 3214.90.50.00 as grafting putty/mastic, non-refractory. Excluded from Chapter 27 asphalt mastics.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³China3.25%+35.0%38.25%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½Mexico3.25%+10.0%13.25%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦Canada3.25%+10.0%13.25%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermany3.25%+10.0%13.25%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapan3.25%+10.0%13.25%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1521.90.40Lower: 17.5% vs 38.25%

If vegetable-based wax without synthetic resins

Pure vegetable waxes go to Chapter 15.

2712.90Lower: 10% vs 38.25%

If predominantly petroleum paraffin wax

Petroleum waxes classified in Chapter 27.

0602.90Lower: 14.8% vs 38.25%

If sold as part of live plant propagation kit

Sets with live plants shift to Chapter 6.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Phytosanitary certificates may be required for plant-related imports

• Specify melting point (typically 60-80°C) for classification proof

• Avoid bulk import misclassified as raw petroleum waxes

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