SAE 10W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil

This is a multi-grade lubricating oil designed for passenger car engines, containing over 70% petroleum base oils with synthetic blend additives for improved performance and protection. It falls under HTS 2710.19.30.80 as a non-lubricating specific petroleum oil preparation where petroleum oils are the basic constituent. Classified as 'other oils' distinct from greases or specific industrial lubes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

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

2710.19.11.05Same rate: 25%

If specifically for aircraft engines

Aviation-specific turbine oils fall under dedicated subheading for aircraft use.

3403.19Lower: 15.8% vs 25%

If containing less than 70% petroleum oils

Preparations with under 70% mineral oils shift to Chapter 34 for lubricants.

2710.19Same rate: 25%

If it's a grease rather than liquid oil

Lubricating greases are separated from liquid oils in the tariff structure.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify petroleum oil content exceeds 70% by weight via lab testing to confirm basic constituent status

Provide detailed technical data sheets showing it's a lubricating oil without biodiesel for proper entry

Avoid common pitfalls like classifying as hydraulic fluid (2710.19.10) if primarily for engine use

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