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Molded Beeswax Candle from Germany

A decorative pillar candle molded from pure beeswax, featuring carved surface patterns and natural honey scent. It exemplifies molded articles of natural waxes under heading 9602. This is classified in 9602.00.50 as other molded or carved wax articles.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Certify beeswax purity via lab tests to distinguish from Chapter 34 waxes and ensure 9602 classification

• Declare as decorative only to avoid reclassification as lighting fittings (9405); include burn time specs

• Watch for wick material impacting classification if substantial