HTS Chapter 34 — Soap, Waxes, Candles Tariff Rates (2026)

Covers soap, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, lubricating preparations, waxes, candles, and polishes.

Rate Overview

2.5%

Avg MFN Rate

10%

Section 122

N/A

Section 232

7.5-100%

Section 301 (China)

Key Headings in Chapter 34

HTS Code	Description	MFN Rate	Sec 232	Sec 301
3401	Soap and organic surface-active products	Free	N/A	N/A
3402	Detergents and washing preparations	Free	N/A	25%
3405	Polishes, creams, and scouring preparations	Free	N/A	25%
3403	Lubricating preparations	Free	N/A	25%

Common Products

Bar soapDetergentsCandlesShoe polishWax polishesLubricating preparationsSurfactantsFabric softeners

HTS Chapter 34 covers soap, waxes, candles, encompassing a wide range of products that enter the United States under various tariff classifications. Covers soap, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, lubricating preparations, waxes, candles, and polishes. The average MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for products in this chapter is 2.5%. Individual rates vary significantly within the chapter, ranging from duty-free to well above the average. In addition to MFN rates, all imports face the 10% Section 122 tariff (effective February 24, 2026, expiring approximately July 24, 2026). Chinese imports in this chapter face additional Section 301 tariffs ranging from 7.5% to 100%, depending on the specific product classification. Common products in this chapter include Bar soap, Detergents, Candles, Shoe polish, Wax polishes, Lubricating preparations, Surfactants, Fabric softeners. Related HTS chapters include Chapter 15, Chapter 33, Chapter 38, which cover similar or complementary product categories.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average tariff rate for HTS Chapter 34 (Soap, Waxes, Candles)?

The average MFN duty rate for soap, waxes, candles is 2.5%. All imports also face the 10% Section 122 tariff. Chinese imports may face additional Section 301 tariffs.

What products are in HTS Chapter 34?

Chapter 34 covers soap, waxes, candles, including Bar soap, Detergents, Candles, Shoe polish, Wax polishes. Related chapters include Chapter 15, Chapter 33, Chapter 38.

Are soap, waxes, candles subject to Section 232 or Section 301 tariffs?

Section 232 tariffs generally do not apply to products in this chapter. Chinese imports in this chapter face Section 301 tariffs of 7.5-100%.