Solar Wax Melter for Bee Propolis Processing from Japan
Sun-powered enclosure that melts beeswax cappings to separate wax, honey, and propolis for beekeeper reuse. Classified in HTS 8436.80.00.70 as thermal bee-keeping machinery despite solar operation.
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%
Import Tips
• Document solar panel efficiency and non-electrical thermal mechanism to avoid solar power duties
• Provide wax purity test results if claiming food-grade status