Marine Cylinder Lubricant 40-BN

A high-base number (BN) cylinder oil for marine diesel engines, primarily petroleum-based with >70% base oil and alkaline additives for acid neutralization. Classified under HTS 2710.19.90.00 as a petroleum oil preparation not elsewhere specified.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7%+25.0%32%
🇲🇽Mexico7%—7%
🇨🇦Canada7%—7%
🇩🇪Germany7%—7%
🇯🇵Japan7%—7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2710.19Same rate: 32%

If motor oil for retail sale

Motor oils sold at retail in consumer packaging go to 2710.19.15.

3403.19Lower: 15.8% vs 32%

If marketed primarily as engine lubricant

Products principally used for lubrication shift to Chapter 34 headings.

2710.19.40.00Lower: 30.7% vs 32%

If containing biodiesel

Biodiesel-containing fuel preparations are in 2710.19.40.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide engine test data (e.g

• BN value) to support classification as non-lubricant preparation

• Comply with MARPOL regulations for marine oils and include bunker delivery notes

• Label containers with GHS hazard pictograms for flammable liquids