Is HTS 2712 subject to a Section 301 tariff?

Goods imported from China may carry an additional Section 301 tariff (typically +25% or +7.5%) on top of the base duty rate. Use the ShipSeeker calculator with origin set to China to estimate it.

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Petroleum Jelly; Paraffin Wax, Microcrystalline Petroleum Wax, Slack Wax, Ozokerite, Lignite Wax, Peat Wax…

Q: What is the import duty rate for HTS 2712 (Petroleum Jelly; Paraffin Wax, Microcrystalline Petroleum Wax, Slack Wax, Ozokerite, Lignite Wax, Peat Wax, Other Mineral Waxes And Similar Products Obtained By Synthesis Or By Other Processes, Whether Or Not Colored:)?

The general (MFN) duty rate for HTS 2712 is varies by subheading. Free-trade-agreement (special) and Column 2 rates may also apply. Estimate the total landed cost by country of origin with the ShipSeeker calculator.

Q: What does HTS 2712 cover?

HTS 2712 covers Petroleum Jelly; Paraffin Wax, Microcrystalline Petroleum Wax, Slack Wax, Ozokerite, Lignite Wax, Peat Wax, Other Mineral Waxes And Similar Products Obtained By Synthesis Or By Other Processes, Whether Or Not Colored: in the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (chapter 27).

U.S. import duty rate & tariff classification for HTS 2712 in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

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Full HTS description

Petroleum Jelly; Paraffin Wax, Microcrystalline Petroleum Wax, Slack Wax, Ozokerite, Lignite Wax, Peat Wax, Other Mineral Waxes And Similar Products Obtained By Synthesis Or By Other Processes, Whether Or Not Colored:

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Duty rates for HTS 2712 are set at the subheading level.

Across its 3 subheadings, published general rates are Free. Pick a specific code below for its exact rate.

Subheadings under 2712

HTS code	Description	General rate
2712.10.00.00	Petroleum Jelly	Free
2712.20.00.00	Paraffin Wax Containing By Weight Less Than 0.75 Percent Of Oil	Free
2712.90	Other:	—

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Source: U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Rates are for reference; verify with a licensed customs broker before importing.