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Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Products classified under HTS 3404.90.51
Beeswax-Carnauba Emulsion
Water-based emulsion blending animal beeswax and vegetable carnauba for leather care. HTS 3404.90.51 covers as mixed waxes in dispersion form per Note 4, excluding unmixed types.
Synthetic Ester Wax for Candles
Chemically synthesized ester wax designed for premium pillar candles. Under 3404.90.51 as artificial wax Note 4(a), prior to candle forming in 3406.
Paraffin-Free Church Candle Wax
Palm-based prepared wax blend free of petroleum for religious candles. HTS 3404.90.51 as mixed artificial wax.
Wax-Resin Compound for Hot Melt
Hot melt adhesive base of synthetic wax and resins. 3404.90.51 per Note 4(c).
Polyethylene Wax Emulsion
A water-dispersible emulsion of chemically produced polyethylene wax used in coatings and polishes. Classified under HTS 3404.90.51 as an artificial wax in liquid medium form, distinct from unmixed waxes or those in heading 3402. It meets the definition of artificial waxes per Chapter Note 4(a) for chemically produced organic waxy products.
Carnauba-Polyethylene Wax Blend
A prepared wax mixing natural carnauba with synthetic polyethylene for shoe polish and floor care. Falls under HTS 3404.90.51 per Chapter Note 4(b) for mixed waxes, excluding unmixed vegetable waxes of 1521. The blend creates a waxy character suitable for protective coatings.
Fischer-Tropsch Synthetic Wax
High-purity synthetic wax produced via Fischer-Tropsch process for candles and lubricants. HTS 3404.90.51 covers this artificial wax under Note 4(a) as chemically produced organic waxy product, differentiated from petroleum waxes in 2712. Used where high melting point is required.
Montan Wax Esterified Blend
Prepared esterified montan wax (lignite-derived) mixed with resins for industrial coatings. Under HTS 3404.90.51 via Note 4(c) for waxy products with resins, excluding pure mineral waxes. Provides gloss and protection in printing inks.
Rice Bran Wax-Rosin Mixture
Blended rice bran wax with rosin for fruit coating and confectionery. HTS 3404.90.51 per Note 4(c) as waxy product with resins, not unmixed vegetable wax. Edible-grade formulation ensures food safety compliance.
Micronized Polypropylene Wax
Fine powder artificial wax from polypropylene for plastic processing aids. Classified HTS 3404.90.51 as chemically produced waxy product under Note 4(a), used as lubricant in PVC compounding.