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Synthetic Motor Oil 5W-30

A fully synthetic lubricating oil formulated for automotive engines, containing over 70% petroleum oils as the base with advanced additives for viscosity and protection. It falls under HTS 2710.19.30 as a lubricating oil, distinct from greases or those containing biodiesel.

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.

2710.19.11Same rate: 25%

If containing biodiesel

Preparations with biodiesel (mono-alkyl esters of fatty acids) shift to biodiesel-specific subheading.

3403.19Lower: 15.8% vs 25%

If primarily a lubricant preparation not 70%+ petroleum oils

Lower petroleum content classifies under general lubricating preparations in Chapter 34.

2710.19Same rate: 25%

If hydraulic or transmission fluid

Specialized functional fluids like hydraulic oils fall under separate subheading for non-general lubricating oils.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the oil contains 70%+ petroleum base via lab analysis certificate to confirm classification

Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and flash point certifications to avoid misclassification as fuel

Label containers clearly with API ratings to prevent customs holds on automotive lubricants