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White Mineral Oil for Plastics Processing from Japan

Process oil used as external lubricant in PVC and rubber compounding. Classifies under HTS 2710.19.45.40 as white mineral oil - mixture of hydrocarbons ≤50% single compound, other than crude or biodiesel-containing. Low volatility for high-temperature processing.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

0%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide PMN (Premanufacture Notice) status under TSCA for new formulations

• Specify carbon number range (C20-C50 typical) to confirm white mineral oil specs

• Use steel drums (barrel = 158.98L at 15.6°C) for accurate duty calculation