Citronella Candle Insect Repellent from China
Soy wax candle with 5% citronella oil and lemongrass for outdoor mosquito repellency, in 9 oz glass jars for retail. Specifically noted in heading 3808 examples, classifies under 3808.91.50.01 as retail insecticide article via vapor action. 30-hour burn time.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Citronella content assay by GC to prove minimum 3-5% for efficacy
• ASTM F2417 wick testing certification prevents flash fire rejections
• Glass jar CPSC safety label requirements for candles