Synthetic Motor Oil 5W-30 from China
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.
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
• 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