Grafting Wax Compound from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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