Aluminum Complex Grease
Aluminum complex grease with 72% Group II petroleum base oil for automotive wheel bearings, providing EP protection. HTS 2710.19.40.00 covers this as 'other' greases meeting the 70% petroleum oil basic constituent rule. Used in chassis and CV joints.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5.7% | +25.0% | 30.7% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5.7% | — | 5.7% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 5.7% | — | 5.7% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5.7% | — | 5.7% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5.7% | — | 5.7% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If tube-packed for retail automotive aftermarket
Consumer packaging shifts to retail-specific subheadings from industrial bulk.
If high-additive formulations where petroleum <70%
Additive-heavy preps fall outside petroleum-dominant scope into Chapter 34.
If motor oils misclassified as greases
Motor oils have dedicated subheading; physical state and use determine separation.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include NLGI 2 certification and drop point test results (>500°F) to distinguish from oils
• Bulk shipments over 55-gal drums trigger different valuation; use transaction value properly
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