Sourcing ozokerite wax from China
Ozokerite wax from China carries 0% UK duty on both natural-product lines, with no listed trade remedy. Confirm whether the material is crude natural ozokerite, refined natural wax or a different mineral wax sold under that name, and check chemical supply duties. Cambridge China Bridge sources ozokerite wax.
Ozokerite duty and commodity codes
Read from the UK Trade Tariff on 1 October 2026, heading 2712 includes ozokerite alongside petroleum jelly and other mineral waxes. Natural ozokerite falls within the branches for ozokerite, lignite wax or peat wax: crude material under 2712 90 11 00 and other material under 2712 90 19 00.
Both natural-product lines carry 0% duty for goods from China. The supplied tariff record lists no anti-dumping or countervailing duty, suspension or attached import control for these lines. The comparison rows cover other mineral waxes, rather than additional natural ozokerite grades.
Confirm the commodity code using the material's identity, origin, processing and composition. Prepared waxes and blends with additives can fall under heading 3404. For the wider mineral-wax family, see microcrystalline wax.
| Goods | Commodity code | Duty | Anti-dumping or countervailing duty on China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natural ozokerite, crude | 2712 90 11 00 | 0% | None |
| Natural ozokerite, other than crude | 2712 90 19 00 | 0% | None |
| Other crude mineral waxes, for other purposes, for comparison | 2712 90 39 90 | 0% | None |
| Other mineral waxes, such as microcrystalline wax, for comparison | 2712 90 99 90 | 0% | None |
Specify ozokerite identity and melting behaviour
Ask the producer to identify the material and describe its source, refining process and any blending. Put natural ozokerite or the agreed alternative explicitly in the purchase specification. Obtain a composition statement and batch certificate of analysis rather than accepting the trade name as the specification.
Agree melting or congealing behaviour, needle penetration, oil content, colour, odour and supply form. Compare samples in your intended formulation for hardness, oil separation and colour changes. Keep an approved sample and agree the laboratory methods before ordering.
Check the UK REACH registration position, particularly for annual imports exceeding one tonne. Importers are responsible for chemical hazard classification, and the supply chain must ensure correct labelling and packaging before placing chemicals on the market. A safety data sheet is required where hazardous wax is supplied for workplace use.
Worked duty example
Illustrative example, not a quote: Illustrative order: 20 tonnes of non-crude natural ozokerite wax under 2712 90 19 00, invoiced at £24,000 free on board, with £1,800 of freight and insurance to the UK. The customs value is £25,800. Duty at 0% is £0. Import VAT at 20% is charged on the customs value plus duty, £25,800, so it is £5,160. With no duty, the only import tax is the VAT, which a VAT-registered importer can usually reclaim. The import duty and VAT guide explains each step.
Inspection checklist
Identity: match the composition statement, producer details and batch references to the approved material.
Analysis: compare melting behaviour, penetration and oil content with the agreed specification; test a retained batch sample independently.
Appearance: check colour, odour and visible contamination, then melt a sample and compare it with the approved reference.
Packing: check bag or carton integrity, net weights and batch markings on arrival. Use the quality inspection guide to define the inspection brief.
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What goes wrong
A supplier's ozokerite trade name can hide a change in composition. A replacement wax may pass a visual check yet behave differently in the buyer's formulation. Changes in oil content or hardness can cause oil separation or inconsistent texture; colour and odour can also vary between batches.
A generic analysis sheet leaves the delivered lot unverified. Require batch-linked results and compare arrival samples with the approved material before releasing stock into production. Check that torn packaging has not introduced fibres or dirt.
Cambridge China Bridge sources these products for UK businesses, checking the factory and the documents before shipment. See factory verification. For repeat volumes, see container programmes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the UK import duty on ozokerite wax from China?
The supplied tariff record shows 0% for crude natural ozokerite under 2712 90 11 00 and other natural ozokerite under 2712 90 19 00, with no listed trade remedy.
Which commodity code applies to refined ozokerite?
Non-crude natural ozokerite is covered by 2712 90 19 00. Confirm the material's identity and composition before using that code for wax sold under an ozokerite trade name.
What should I specify when buying ozokerite wax?
Specify material identity, composition, refining and blending, melting behaviour, needle penetration, oil content, colour, odour and packing. Agree test methods and retain an approved sample.
Does ozokerite wax need a safety data sheet?
A safety data sheet is required if the wax is hazardous and supplied for workplace use. Ask for safety information for the actual grade and check its hazard classification.