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Melting Wax Machine

A melting wax machine is a device designed to liquefy wax for various applications, primarily for depilatory treatments, candle making, and industrial uses. These machines maintain a consistent temperature to ensure efficient and safe wax handling.

Materials

Wax machines are constructed from materials suited for heat retention and consistent temperature control. Common materials include:

• Stainless Steel: Frequently used for the wax pot itself due to its durability, hygiene, and resistance to corrosion.
• Aluminum: Often found in heating elements and pot construction for its efficient heat conductivity.
• Plastic/ABS: Used for the machine's housing and control panels, providing insulation and a user-friendly interface.
• PTC Heating Element: Commonly used for temperature control.

Purpose

The primary purpose of a wax machine is to transform solid wax into a liquid state, ready for application. Specific applications include:

• Hair Removal (Depilation): Softening wax for application to the skin to remove unwanted hair.
• Candle Making: Melting wax for pouring into molds and creating candles.
• Wax Sealing: Liquefying wax for creating seals on documents or packaging.
• Cosmetic Production: Used in the formulation of various wax-based cosmetic products.
• Industrial Applications: Used in manufacturing processes requiring melted wax, such as coating or mold creation.

Function

Wax machines function by applying controlled heat to the wax. Key functional components include:

• Heating Element: Generates the heat to melt the wax.
• Temperature Control: Maintains a consistent temperature, often adjustable via a thermostat or digital control panel.
• Wax Pot: Holds the wax during the melting process. May be removable for easy cleaning.
• Insulation: Helps retain heat and ensures consistent melting.
• Indicator Light: Signals when the wax has reached the desired temperature.
• Timer (Optional): Allows for automated shut-off after a set period.

Usage Scenarios

• Beauty Salons/Spas: Professional use for hair removal services.
• Home Use: For individuals performing hair removal or candle making at home.
• Candle Making Studios: For small-scale candle production.
• Manufacturing Facilities: For industrial wax applications.

Common Types

• Single Wax Warmer: Designed for melting a single type of wax at a time. Typically used for basic hair removal or small candle-making projects.
• Double Wax Warmer: Features two separate pots, allowing for melting two different types of wax simultaneously. Useful for salons offering a variety of wax treatments.
• Professional Wax Machine: Larger capacity, more precise temperature control, and often includes features like auto-shut-off and adjustable timers.
• Portable Wax Warmer: Compact and lightweight, suitable for travel or mobile services.
• Wax Heater with Beads: Includes wax beads for convenience.
• Digital Wax Warmer: Features a digital display and precise temperature control for accurate melting.

Melting wax machines are equipment used for the treatment of materials by a process involving a change of temperature, specifically heating. They fall under the category of machinery for the treatment of materials, excluding furnaces, ovens, and equipment of heading 8514. These machines are not for domestic purposes.

The following HS codes are relevant:

• 8419390270: Machinery, plant or laboratory equipment, whether or not electrically heated (excluding furnaces, ovens and other equipment of heading 8514), for the treatment of materials by a process involving a change of temperature such as heating, cooking, roasting, distilling, rectifying, sterilizing, pasteurizing, steaming, drying, evaporating, vaporizing, condensing or cooling, other than machinery or plant of a kind used for domestic purposes; instantaneous or storage water heaters, nonelectric; parts thereof: Dryers: Other For foods and beverages.

  • 84: Chapter 84 – Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof.
  • 19: Heading 19 – Machinery, plant or laboratory equipment, whether or not electrically heated.
  • 39: Subheading 39 – Other machinery, plant or equipment.
  • 02: Further breakdown specifying Dryers for foods and beverages.
  • 70: Specific code for the product.
  • Tax Details: Base tariff: 0.0%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Post 2025.4.2 additional tariff: 30.0%, Total tariff: 55.0%.

• 8419815080: Machinery, plant or laboratory equipment, whether or not electrically heated (excluding furnaces, ovens and other equipment of heading 8514), for the treatment of materials by a process involving a change of temperature such as heating, cooking, roasting, distilling, rectifying, sterilizing, pasteurizing, steaming, drying, evaporating, vaporizing, condensing or cooling, other than machinery or plant of a kind used for domestic purposes; instantaneous or storage water heaters, nonelectric; parts thereof: Other machinery, plant or equipment: For making hot drinks or for cooking or heating food: Cooking stoves, ranges and ovens Other.

  • 84: Chapter 84 – Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof.
  • 19: Heading 19 – Machinery, plant or laboratory equipment, whether or not electrically heated.
  • 81: Subheading 81 – Other machinery, plant or equipment.
  • 50: Further breakdown specifying For making hot drinks or for cooking or heating food.
  • 80: Specific code for the product.
  • Tax Details: Base tariff: 0.0%, Additional tariff: 7.5%, Post 2025.4.2 additional tariff: 30.0%, Total tariff: 37.5%.