Hydraulic Oil ISO VG 46 from China

A high-performance hydraulic fluid used in industrial machinery and equipment, containing over 70% petroleum base oil with additives for anti-wear and oxidation stability. It falls under HTS 2710.19.90.00 as a preparation where petroleum oils are the basic constituent, not containing biodiesel and not waste oil.

Duty Rate — China → United States

32%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
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 flash point and viscosity specs via lab testing to confirm classification under 2710.19.90.00 and avoid reclassification as lubricants

Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and composition certificates showing >70% petroleum oil content

Ensure proper UN packaging for hazardous materials to prevent customs delays