3404.90.51/Montan Wax Esterified Blend/Japan

Montan Wax Esterified Blend from Japan

Prepared esterified montan wax (lignite-derived) mixed with resins for industrial coatings. Under HTS 3404.90.51 via Note 4(c) for waxy products with resins, excluding pure mineral waxes. Provides gloss and protection in printing inks.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Certify esterification and blending to qualify under prepared waxes note

• Declare additive percentages; high resin may trigger 3823 review