New

Ask Wove anything about tariffs.

Try Tariff Assistant

Petroleum-Infused Transmission Fluid Improver

An additive for automatic transmission fluids with petroleum oils, improving friction modifiers and seal conditioners. It is a prepared additive for lubricating oils containing petroleum oils, classifiable under tariff item 3811.21.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

More Specific Codes

This product may fall under a more specific subheading:

Alternative Classifications

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

3811.29.00Same rate: Free

If the transmission fluid improver does not contain petroleum or bituminous mineral oils.

This item covers other lubricating oil additives without petroleum oil content.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Classify as a lubricating oil additive containing petroleum oils

• Keep technical specifications for customs review

• Check if the product meets Canadian automatic transmission fluid standards

Related Products under Tariff item 3811.21.00

Automotive Grease Thickener Additive

A thickening agent formulated with petroleum carrier oils, used to produce lithium grease for automotive bearings. It is a prepared additive for lubricating oils that contains petroleum oils, meeting the scope of tariff item 3811.21.00.

Bituminous Mineral Oil Anti-Wear Additive

An anti-wear concentrate containing bituminous mineral oils, designed for heavy-duty engine lubricants to reduce friction in diesel engines. It is a prepared additive for lubricating oils with petroleum oil content, falling under tariff item 3811.21.00.

Compressor Oil Oxidation Stabilizer

A stabilizer containing bituminous mineral oils, used to extend the life of rotary screw compressor lubricants. It is a prepared additive for lubricating oils with petroleum oil content, classifiable under tariff item 3811.21.00.

Gasoline-Engine Oil Antioxidant Additive

An oxidation inhibitor with petroleum base oils, formulated for gasoline engine oils to prevent sludge formation. It is a prepared additive for lubricating oils containing petroleum oils, falling under tariff item 3811.21.00.

Heavy Duty Diesel Oil Detergent Additive

A detergent dispersant additive containing petroleum oils, used for diesel engine crankcase lubricants to clean deposits. It is a prepared additive for lubricating oils with petroleum oil content, classifiable under tariff item 3811.21.00.

Industrial Hydraulic Oil Anti-Corrosion Additive

An anti-corrosive preparation with bituminous oils, designed for hydraulic lubricating oils in machinery. It is a prepared additive for lubricating oils containing petroleum oils, falling under tariff item 3811.21.00.