Waste Automotive Wheel Bearing Grease from Germany
Contaminated grease from vehicle wheel bearings with moly additives, waste status under HTS 2710.99.39.00 as grease wastes containing basic petroleum oils >70% by weight. Other category for non-specific grease types.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
5.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Sample must show NLGI grade 2+ consistency proving grease vs. liquid oil status
• Cross-reference with Basel Convention Annex for prior informed consent requirements
• Avoid classifying as 'used oil' (3821) - grease structure changes heading