Used Spindle Oil Waste

Low-viscosity waste oil from high-speed machine tool spindles, classified in HTS 2710.99.31.00 as petroleum lubricating waste over 70%. Critical for precision machining.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+7.5%7.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇨🇦CanadaFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

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

2710.19Higher: 17% vs 7.5%

If re-refined for light machinery lubrication

Purified spindle oils become other lubricating preparations.

2710.12.25Higher: 25% vs 7.5%

If very light distillate profile

Ultra-light spindle oils may align with kerosene-range preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify RPM ratings of source spindles in documentation for high-speed verification

• Ensure no mixing with heavier gear oils to preserve light oil waste status

• Pre-arrange re-refining quotas as spindle waste has high recycling value