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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

Synthetic Paraffin Wax for Candles from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3404.90.51.50