Waste Marine Grease
Waste grease recovered from marine engines and propeller shafts, containing additives for water resistance, classified under HTS 2710.99.39.00 as wastes of greases with over 70% petroleum oils from bituminous minerals. It meets the 'other' category for grease wastes not elsewhere specified.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5.7% | +7.5% | 13.2% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5.7% | — | 5.7% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 5.7% | — | 5.7% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5.7% | — | 5.7% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5.7% | — | 5.7% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If primarily liquid waste oil without grease thickening agents
Liquid waste lubricating oils fall under separate subheading excluding greases
If chemically modified for reuse as non-lubricating preparation
Waste oils processed into chemical preparations not basic lubricating greases go to Chapter 38
If re-refined and suitable for further lubrication use
Re-refined usable lubricating oils classified separately from true waste streams
Not sure which classification is right?
Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain EPA waste generator ID and ensure compliance with RCRA hazardous waste regulations for transboundary movement
• Provide lab analysis confirming >70% petroleum oil content and grease composition to avoid reclassification
• Declare as waste material to qualify for potential duty exemptions but watch for anti-dumping on recycled oils
Related Products under HTS 2710.99.39.00
Waste Automotive Wheel Bearing Grease
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.
Spent High-Temperature Furnace Grease
Waste grease from high-temperature furnace applications with synthetic base oils meeting >70% petroleum content, under HTS 2710.99.39.00 as other grease wastes. Excludes biodiesel or light oil distillates.
Waste Food Processing Conveyor Grease
Spent food-grade grease from conveyor bearings in meat/dairy processing, still qualifying as petroleum waste under HTS 2710.99.39.00 due to base oil composition >70%. Excludes skin care petroleum jelly.
Used Mining Equipment Grease
Contaminated grease from heavy mining dragline and crusher bearings with extreme pressure additives, HTS 2710.99.39.00 as other waste greases >70% petroleum oils from bituminous sources.
Used Industrial Gearbox Grease
Spent grease from heavy industrial gearboxes containing EP additives, classified as waste under HTS 2710.99.39.00 due to >70% petroleum base oils and grease structure. Excludes crude or preparations elsewhere specified.
Recovered Textile Machinery Grease
Waste grease collected from textile spinning and weaving machine bearings, petroleum-based with >70% oils, classified HTS 2710.99.39.00 as other grease wastes not specified elsewhere.