Synthetic Paraffin Wax for Candles from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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