Synthetic Metal Cutting Fluid
A water-based synthetic lubricant used in machining operations to cool and lubricate metal tools and workpieces. It contains less than 70% petroleum oils and functions as a cutting fluid. As a cutting-oil preparation based on lubricants with less than 70% petroleum oils, it is classified under this tariff item.
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 the cutting fluid is for use in Canadian manufacturing.
This item covers similar preparations for use in Canadian manufactures.
If the petroleum oil content is 70% or more.
Preparations with high petroleum oil content are excluded from this heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the petroleum oil content is below 70% by weight and include this in the product documentation
• Classify the product as a cutting-oil preparation, not a coolant of heading 38.24
• Provide technical specifications on the synthetic base to support the classification
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