Beeswax-Carnauba Emulsion Wax

Liquid wax emulsion blending beeswax and carnauba for fruit coating applications. Prepared wax of 3404.90.51.50 per note 4(b) mixing animal and vegetable waxes in aqueous dispersion. Provides edible gloss and moisture barrier.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+35.0%35%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

1521Lower: 10% vs 35%

If separate unmixed waxes

Individual animal/vegetable waxes supplied unmixed classify under 1521.

3808.94.50Lower: 30% vs 35%

If pesticide residue coatings

Fruit coatings with disinfectants shift to Chapter 38 disinfectants.

3405.90.00.00Same rate: 35%

If liquid polishing preparations

Floor polish emulsions with similar composition classify under 3405.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Food contact compliance certificates mandatory for produce coating use

โ€ข Specify emulsified form to avoid solid wax exclusions

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