What types of products are included in HS-4 9602?

HS-4 9602 includes vegetable and mineral carving materials, moulded or carved articles made from wax, stearin, natural gums, resins, and modelling pastes.

How do I know if my product fits under HS-6 960200?

Check if your product is made from the specified materials like wax or natural gums and ensure it’s not classified under heading 3503 for hardened gelatin.

Are there any specific regulations for importing these materials?

Yes, ensure compliance with local regulations regarding the import of materials like natural gums and resins, as they may have specific restrictions.

Can I use HS-4 9602 for all wax products?

Not all wax products qualify; only those that are carved or moulded articles. Check the specific composition of your item.

What should I do if I'm unsure about the classification?

Consult with a customs broker or refer to official tariff rulings to ensure accurate classification of your products.

HS-4 · Heading

9602 — Vegetable, mineral carving material and articles of these materials, moulded or carved articles of wax, stearin, natural gums, resins or modelling pastes, worked unhardened gelatin (not heading no. 3503)

Chapter 96: Miscellaneous manufactured articles

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 9602 when importing or exporting items like carved wax figures or moulded articles made from natural gums. For instance, if you’re shipping decorative wax sculptures, this heading applies.

When deciding between HS-6 960200, consider the materials involved. This line covers vegetable and mineral carving materials as well as moulded or carved articles made from wax, stearin, and similar substances. If your product is a carved resin ornament, it fits here.

If your item is made from unhardened gelatin or modelling pastes, it also falls under HS-6 960200. However, ensure it doesn’t fall under heading 3503, which covers hardened gelatin. Check your product specifications carefully to avoid misclassification.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

HS-4 9602 · vegetable carving materials · mineral carving articles · wax sculptures · natural gums products · resin ornaments · moulded articles · unhardened gelatin · modelling pastes · carved wax figures · importing carving materials · HS-6 960200

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Carved decorative items made from wax
Moulded articles of natural gums
Resin-based sculptures or ornaments
Articles made from modelling pastes
Unhardened gelatin products for crafts
Stearin candles or decorative pieces
Mineral carving materials for artistic use

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Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of products are included in HS-4 9602?: HS-4 9602 includes vegetable and mineral carving materials, moulded or carved articles made from wax, stearin, natural gums, resins, and modelling pastes.
How do I know if my product fits under HS-6 960200?: Check if your product is made from the specified materials like wax or natural gums and ensure it’s not classified under heading 3503 for hardened gelatin.
Are there any specific regulations for importing these materials?: Yes, ensure compliance with local regulations regarding the import of materials like natural gums and resins, as they may have specific restrictions.
Can I use HS-4 9602 for all wax products?: Not all wax products qualify; only those that are carved or moulded articles. Check the specific composition of your item.
What should I do if I'm unsure about the classification?: Consult with a customs broker or refer to official tariff rulings to ensure accurate classification of your products.