HS code for candle wax

HS code

2712.20

US HTS code

2712.20.00

US general duty

Free

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 21 (2026), effective 10/09/2026 · checked 2026-10-28

Paraffin wax with less than 0.75% oil is 2712.20. Soy wax is a vegetable product and classifies elsewhere.

US tariff lines under 2712.20

US HTS codeDescriptionGeneral duty
2712.20.00Paraffin wax containing by weight less than 0.75 percent of oilFree

Import duty on candle wax by country

Import into the US

Free

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Import into the UK

0%

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Import into the EU

0% – 2.2%

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Extra duties may apply

The general rate applies to most countries. Imports from some countries also pay additional duties under Chapter 99 of the HTS, such as Section 301 tariffs on many Chinese goods. Check the current measures for your country of origin before you order.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the HS code for candle wax?
The international HS code for candle wax is 2712.20. Paraffin wax with less than 0.75% oil is 2712.20. Soy wax is a vegetable product and classifies elsewhere.
Q2What is the US import duty on candle wax?
Under HTS 2712.20.00, the US general duty rate is Free. Goods from some countries pay additional duties on top of this rate.
Q3What is the 10-digit HTS code for candle wax?
2712.20.00.00.
Q4Is the HS code the same in every country?
The first 6 digits (2712.20) are the same in every country that uses the Harmonized System. The digits after that, and the duty rates, are set by each country.

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Classification guidance only, not a binding ruling or customs advice. The right code depends on your product’s exact material, function and construction. For certainty, request a binding ruling from U.S. Customs and Border Protection or ask a licensed customs broker.