Spent Wind Turbine Gearbox Grease from Japan
Discarded grease from offshore wind turbine gearboxes, synthetic base with minimal animal fat salts under 10%. Fits HTS 2710.99.32.00 as waste of specified low-salt lubricating greases from bituminous minerals. High water content from environmental exposure.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
5.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Maritime waste manifests needed; test emulsion separation
• Pitfall: classify as bulk oil if de-greased