HS Code 3404
Artificial and Prepared Waxes
HS code 3404 is used for artificial and prepared waxes consisting of chemically modified organic products or synthetic wax-like substances used in manufacturing
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HS Code 3404 — Artificial and Prepared Waxes
This heading covers chemically modified waxes and purely synthetic waxes. Unlike natural waxes, these are industrially manufactured to provide specific melting points and textures for use in cosmetics, polishes, and industrial coatings.
What's included
- Polyethylene waxes
- Chemically modified lignite wax
- Synthetic beeswax
- Mixed wax emulsions
- Polyglycol waxes
What's excluded
- Natural beeswax → use
1521(Unprocessed natural waxes are classified in Chapter 15.) - Paraffin wax → use
2712(Mineral waxes fall under Chapter 27.)
Common examples
- Micronized polyethylene wax
- Synthetic carnauba wax
- Water-dispersible wax
- Oxidized hydrocarbon wax
Frequently asked questions
What qualifies as an 'artificial' wax?
It must be a chemically produced wax or a blend that doesn't occur naturally in that specific formulation.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 6.5%
- Documentation: Product technical data sheets must specify if the wax is natural or synthetic.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Germany, USA, China, Belgium
- Top importers: Italy, India, South Korea, Vietnam
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Key takeaway
Distinguishes industrial-grade synthetic waxes from natural animal or vegetable versions.
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