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3404.90.51.10

Of chemically modified lignite

Classification path

  1. Artificial waxes and prepared waxes
  2. Other
  3. Other
  4. Of chemically modified lignite

Rates of duty

General (MFN)
Free
Column 2Cuba, North Korea, Russia, Belarus
Free
Unit of quantity
kg

Related lines in heading 3404

About heading 3404

Artificial waxes and prepared waxes

Heading 3404 covers artificial waxes and prepared waxes, meaning waxes made by chemical synthesis or blended from wax components rather than natural waxes as gathered. The heading splits first by whether the wax is poly(oxyethylene) (polyethylene glycol), then the residual "Other" group splits by bleached beeswax content and by chemically modified lignite base, with a final residual line for all other waxes. Every declarable line in this heading carries a general (MFN) rate of Free.

Full guide to heading 3404

Products in this heading

  • Polyethylene glycol wax used as a candle additive or plastics processing lubricant
  • Bleached beeswax blocks and slabs for cosmetic and pharmaceutical use
  • Montan wax esters made from chemically modified lignite
  • Blended prepared candle wax sold in slab or pellet form
  • Wax base for shoe, floor and furniture polish formulations
  • Wax emulsion used as a textile finishing and softening agent
  • Investment casting pattern wax
  • Wax used as a mold release or rubber processing aid

Frequently asked questions

What is the HTS code for polyethylene glycol wax?

Poly(oxyethylene) or polyethylene glycol waxes are classified under 3404.20.00.00. The general (MFN) rate for that line is Free.

What is the duty on bleached beeswax?

Waxes containing bleached beeswax fall under 3404.90.10.00. The general (MFN) rate is Free.

How do I classify a wax made from chemically modified lignite?

Waxes of chemically modified lignite are classified under 3404.90.51.10, and the general (MFN) rate is Free. Any other prepared wax not covered by the earlier lines falls under 3404.90.51.50, also at a general (MFN) rate of Free.

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, retrieved October 21, 2026.

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