| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3406000000 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3401190000 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3402905050 | Doc | 58.7% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 1521100060 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 1521904000 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Soy Candles
Soy candles are candles made from soy wax, a processed form of soybean oil. They have gained popularity as an alternative to traditional paraffin wax candles due to their perceived health and environmental benefits.
Material
The primary component of soy candles is soy wax. This is created by hydrogenating soybean oil, transforming it from a liquid to a solid. Other components typically include:
- Fragrance oils: Added for scent. These can be natural essential oils or synthetic fragrance compounds.
- Wicks: Commonly made of cotton, sometimes with a zinc or paper core.
- Dyes: Optional, used to color the candle.
Purpose
Soy candles serve the same fundamental purpose as any candle: to provide illumination and fragrance. They are frequently used for:
- Ambient lighting: Creating a warm and relaxing atmosphere.
- Aromatherapy: Utilizing scents for therapeutic benefits.
- Decoration: Serving as aesthetic elements in home décor.
- Gift-giving: Popular as presents due to their variety of scents and attractive packaging.
Function
Soy candles function through the process of combustion. The heat from the flame melts the wax, which is then drawn up the wick by capillary action. The heat continues to vaporize the melted wax, fueling the flame and releasing both light and fragrance.
Usage Scenarios
- Homes: Living rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens – anywhere a pleasant aroma and soft lighting are desired.
- Spas and Wellness Centers: Creating a calming environment.
- Restaurants and Hotels: Enhancing ambiance.
- Events: Weddings, parties, and other gatherings.
- Meditation and Yoga Spaces: Promoting relaxation and mindfulness.
Common Types
- Container Candles: The most common type, poured into glass jars, tins, or ceramic containers.
- Pillar Candles: Freestanding candles, often molded into various shapes and sizes. Require a stable base.
- Votive Candles: Small candles designed to be burned in a votive holder.
- Taper Candles: Long, slender candles typically used in candlesticks.
- Scented Candles: Candles infused with fragrance oils, available in a vast array of scents (lavender, vanilla, citrus, pine, etc.).
- Essential Oil Candles: Candles scented with natural essential oils, often marketed for their aromatherapy benefits.
- Wax Melts: Small pieces of scented wax used in wax warmers instead of a flame. (related product)
Soy candles are typically composed of soy wax, a vegetable wax, combined with a wick for burning. They are used for illumination and fragrance.
The following HS codes may be relevant:
- 1521100060: Vegetable waxes (other than triglycerides), beeswax, other insect waxes and spermaceti, whether or not refined or colored: Vegetable waxes. This code covers vegetable waxes, which includes soy wax. The two-digit sections represent: Chapter 15 – Fats and oils and their fractions; Chapter 15 covers animal and vegetable fats and oils. Heading 1501 – Vegetable waxes. Subheading 1501.10 – Vegetable waxes.
- 3406000000: Candles, tapers and the like. This code directly covers candles, including those made from soy wax. The two-digit sections represent: Chapter 34 – Soap, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, cleaning preparations, toilet and polishing preparations: Heading 3406 – Candles, tapers and the like.
- 1521904000: Vegetable waxes (other than triglycerides), beeswax, other insect waxes and spermaceti, whether or not refined or colored: Other: Other. This code covers vegetable waxes, including soy wax, that do not fall under the more specific 1521100060 classification. The two-digit sections represent: Chapter 15 – Fats and oils and their fractions; Chapter 15 covers animal and vegetable fats and oils. Heading 1501 – Vegetable waxes. Subheading 1501.90 – Other vegetable waxes.
Regarding HS code 1521100060 and 1521904000, please note that these codes cover the raw material (soy wax) and may require verification of the material composition.
The total tax rate for HS codes 1521100060 and 1521904000 is 37.5%, comprising a 0.0% base tariff and a 7.5% additional tariff, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025.
The total tax rate for HS code 3406000000 is 37.5%, comprising a 0.0% base tariff and a 7.5% additional tariff, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025.