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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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Certify esterification and blending to qualify under prepared waxes note

• Declare additive percentages; high resin may trigger 3823 review