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Tetraethyl Lead (TEL) from Mexico

Tetraethyl lead is an aromatic organo-inorganic compound used historically as an antiknock additive in gasoline. It falls under HTS 2931.90.30.00 as a product described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, specifically aromatic organo-inorganic compounds with metal-carbon bonds. Classified here due to its organometallic structure containing lead directly linked to carbon.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

16.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico

Import Tips

Verify inclusion in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI and obtain chemical analysis certificates confirming aromatic organo-inorganic classification

Comply with EPA regulations on lead compounds; provide safety data sheets and transport permits for hazardous materials

Avoid misclassification as petroleum additives (Chapter 27); emphasize organometallic structure in documentation

Tetraethyl Lead (TEL) from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2931.90.30.00