SAE 15W-40 Diesel Engine Oil from China
Heavy-duty mineral-based lubricating oil designed for diesel engines in trucks and machinery, with more than 70% petroleum oils enhanced by detergents and anti-wear additives. Classified under 2710.19.30 for lubricating oils excluding greases.
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
• Provide manufacturer specs confirming SAE viscosity and diesel suitability to support classification
• Ensure packaging meets DOT hazmat requirements for bulk oil shipments
• Watch for reclassification if additives exceed thresholds pushing it to chemical preparations