Neat Cutting Oil for Threading Operations from China
Neat (non-watermiscible) cutting oil optimized for screw threading and tapping in automotive manufacturing. Predominantly petroleum oils with chlorine-free EP additives. Falls under HTS 2710.19.30.70 as cutting oil for metal removal processes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify absence of biodiesel to maintain classification
• Provide end-use statement if CBP questions industrial vs retail application
• Ensure drum labeling meets 40 CFR 112 spill prevention rules