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Furskin Dressing Compound

A preparation for treating furskins used in garment manufacturing, softening and lubricating pelts. It contains minimal petroleum oils with wax and emollients, enhancing fur quality. This product is classified under tariff item 3403.11.90 as a preparation for the treatment of furskins.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6%—6%
🇲🇽Mexico6%—6%
🇺🇸United States6%—6%
🇩🇪Germany6%—6%
🇯🇵Japan6%—6%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3403.91.10Lower: Free vs 6%

If the preparation contains no petroleum oils

This item covers furskin treatment preparations without petroleum oils, which may apply if the compound is oil-free.

3403.99.10Lower: Free vs 6%

If the preparation is for other materials and contains petroleum oils

This item covers other lubricating preparations with petroleum oils, which may apply if the product's use is broader.

3809.91.00Lower: Free vs 6%

If the product is used as a dressing agent in textile processing

Dressing agents may fall under heading 38.09 if they are not primarily lubricating preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm the petroleum oil content is below 70% by weight and provide a certificate of analysis to the CBSA

• Ensure the product is not a separate chemically defined compound, which would be excluded from Chapter 34

• Keep records of the product's formulation and intended use for customs verification

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Denim Finishing Softener Oil

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