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PEG-8000 Pellets for Industrial Use

Industrial-grade PEG-8000 in pellet form used as ceramic mold release agent and wax additive. Classified in 3404.20.00.00 as poly(oxyethylene)-based artificial wax per chapter definitions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

3819.00.00Higher: 41.5% vs 35%

If pre-mixed as mold release preparation

Finished mold release compounds containing PEG classified in 3819.

2712.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If petroleum wax blend >50%

Petroleum wax predominates classification per Chapter 27 note.

3403.19.50.00Higher: 40.8% vs 35%

If liquid emulsions for textile finishing

Lubricating preparations of poly(oxyethylene) go to heading 3403.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Industrial end-use letters prevent retail/pharma reclassification

Specify pellet size/melting point (60°C+) for wax form verification

REACH compliance docs needed for EU-origin PEGs

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