Yarn Spinning Lubricant
A low-petroleum oil preparation applied to fibers during yarn spinning to reduce breakage. It meets the criteria for textile material treatments with controlled petroleum content, enhancing spinning efficiency. This product falls under tariff item 3403.11.90 as a preparation for the treatment of textile materials.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | — | 6% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the preparation contains no petroleum oils
This item covers textile treatment preparations without petroleum oils, which may apply if the product is fully synthetic.
If the product is used as a processing aid in textile manufacturing
Processing aids for textiles may be classified under heading 38.09.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the petroleum oil content is below 70% by weight and document this with a lab report
• Ensure the product is not a separate chemically defined compound, as those are excluded from Chapter 34
• Consider a CBSA ruling if the product's use in spinning is specific
Related Products under Tariff item 3403.11.90
Anti-Static Textile Processing Oil
An anti-static textile processing oil blending esters and light petroleum oils (below 70%) to eliminate static during carding and drawing. It is a preparation for the treatment of textile materials under tariff item 3403.11.90, essential for synthetic fiber processing.
Carpet Yarn Lubrication Emulsion
An emulsion for lubricating carpet yarns during twisting and heat-setting, with synthetic lubricants dominating over petroleum. It is a preparation for the treatment of textile materials under tariff item 3403.11.90, as it contains petroleum oils but below 70%.
Corduroy Fabric Finishing Emulsion
An emulsion for final lubrication of corduroy fabrics post-dyeing to enhance pile finish. It has a low petroleum base, improving hand-feel and sewability. This product falls under tariff item 3403.11.90 as a preparation for the treatment of textile materials.
Cotton Yarn Spinning Lubricant
An emulsified lubricant for cotton spinning processes, reducing fiber friction with under 70% petroleum content. It is a preparation for the treatment of textile materials under tariff item 3403.11.90, used in ring spinning frames.
Denim Finishing Softener Oil
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Furskin Dressing Compound
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