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Waste Propylene Glycol Heat Transfer Fluid

Spent glycol mixture from industrial heat exchangers and HVAC systems, with degraded thermal properties. This waste is classified under tariff item 3825.50.00 as anti-freeze fluid waste, per Chapter 38 Note 6(c).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%—6.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%—6.5%
🇺🇸United States6.5%—6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%—6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%—6.5%

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3825.90.00Same rate: 6.5%

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm the waste's composition and provide a safety data sheet to the CBSA

• Check if the waste is subject to hazardous waste regulations

• Ensure proper disposal or recycling plans are in place before import

Related Products under Tariff item 3825.50.00

Aircraft Brake Fluid Waste

Used synthetic hydraulic fluid (MIL-PRF-83282) drained from aircraft brake systems, contaminated with particulates and moisture during maintenance. This waste is unfit for further use and falls under tariff item 3825.50.00 as a waste of hydraulic or brake fluids, as specified in Chapter 38 Note 6(c).

Biodegradable Hydraulic Fluid Waste

Spent vegetable oil-based hydraulic fluid, emulsified with water, from equipment used in environmentally sensitive areas. Despite being biodegradable, it is a waste of hydraulic fluid and is classified under tariff item 3825.50.00 per Chapter 38 Note 6(c).

Contaminated Hydraulic Fluid from Mining Equipment

Degraded hydraulic fluid from mining excavators, contaminated with ore dust and water, no longer suitable for lubrication. This waste is classified under tariff item 3825.50.00 as hydraulic fluid waste, per Chapter 38 Note 6(c).

Marine Engine Antifreeze Waste

Used extended-life coolant from marine diesel engines, contaminated with seawater and corrosion products, unfit for further use. This waste is classified under tariff item 3825.50.00 as anti-freeze fluid waste, per Chapter 38 Note 6(c).

Spent Hydraulic Fluid from Industrial Machinery

Used hydraulic oil from industrial machinery, contaminated with water, particulates, and degraded additives, unfit for further use. This waste falls under tariff item 3825.50.00 as hydraulic fluid waste, per Chapter 38 Note 6(c).

Spent Phosphoric Acid Pickling Liquor

Spent phosphoric acid bath waste from automotive metal surface treatment, containing metal phosphates and sludge. This waste is classified under tariff item 3825.50.00 as metal pickling liquor waste, per Chapter 38 Note 6(c).