Bleached Beeswax Cosmetics Lip Balm Base from China
Prepared wax blend with bleached beeswax, shea butter, and vitamin E for use as a lip balm base in cosmetic manufacturing. Classified under HTS 3404.90.10.00 due to its waxy character from bleached beeswax mixed with other substances. The preparation ensures smooth application and moisturizing properties.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include cosmetic ingredient breakdown and safety data sheets to confirm compliance with FDA import requirements
• Test for bleaching certification to prevent reclassification as raw wax under heading 1521
• Avoid retail packaging; bulk forms maintain 3404 classification over finished cosmetics