Lithium Complex EP2 Grease from China
A high-performance lithium complex grease with NLGI grade 2 consistency, containing over 70% petroleum base oils and less than 10% fatty acid salts as thickeners. It meets the criteria for HTS 2710.19.35.00 due to its composition as a lubricating grease with minimal animal or vegetable fatty acid content. Used in industrial bearings and automotive applications for extreme pressure performance.
Duty Rate — China → United States
30.8%
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 base oil content exceeds 70% by weight via lab analysis to confirm classification under 2710.19
• Provide manufacturer's specification sheets documenting fatty acid salt levels below 10%
• Avoid misclassification as soap-based greases by distinguishing synthetic thickeners from animal/vegetable origins