Industrial Gearbox Oil Additive
A concentrated additive for gear oils containing 55% petroleum distillates, used to enhance viscosity and anti-wear properties in heavy machinery. It qualifies under tariff item 3403.19.19 as a lubricating preparation with petroleum oils below 70%, and not for Canadian manufacture or tire wire drawing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported for use in Canadian manufactures
This item covers lubricating preparations for Canadian manufacturing use.
If not for Canadian manufacture and not otherwise specified
This is the residual item for other petroleum-based lubricating preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the additive is classified as a lubricating preparation, not as a separate chemically defined compound, per Chapter 34 Note 1(b)
• Document the petroleum content and intended use for CBSA
• If used in Canadian manufacturing, check if 3403.19.91 offers a lower duty rate
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