Waste Gearbox Oil from Germany
Used lubricating oil from vehicle and industrial gearboxes, classified in HTS 2710.99.31.00 as petroleum-based waste oils over 70% content. High viscosity from gear protection additives.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
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
• Document mileage or operating hours on source equipment for traceability in waste oil audits
• Separate from coolant-contaminated oils to maintain pure lubricating waste classification
• Use IMO-approved containers for ocean shipment to meet MARPOL waste oil protocols