Kiwi Black Shoe Polish Paste from Japan
A traditional paste shoe polish made from a blend of waxes, solvents, and pigments designed specifically for leather footwear. It provides a high-gloss finish and water resistance when buffed onto shoes. Classified under HTS 3405.10.00.00 as a polish cream for footwear or leather, distinct from pure waxes of heading 3404.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify product composition to ensure it qualifies as a cream or polish, not a pure wax under 3404; provide lab analysis if requested by customs
• Label containers clearly with contents, usage instructions, and safety warnings to meet CPSC and EPA import requirements
• Avoid misclassification as household cleaners; common pitfall is shipping in bulk without retail packaging