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Synthetic Paraffin Wax for Candles from Germany

Fully refined synthetic paraffin wax pellets used in candle manufacturing, offering superior burn quality. Falls under HTS 3404.90.51.50 as artificial waxes chemically produced with waxy character per note 4(a). Distinguished from petroleum waxes of 2712.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

Import Tips

Provide melting point and chemical composition certificates to confirm artificial vs mineral wax

Avoid declaring as 'candle wax' which may trigger end-use scrutiny