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Micronized Polypropylene Wax from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%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)

Import Tips

• Provide particle size and melt point specs confirming waxy nature

• Avoid bulk polymer confusion with clear 'wax additive' labeling

Micronized Polypropylene Wax from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3404.90.51