Warp Sizing Lubricant Compound

Petroleum-based compound added to warp sizing agents to improve weaving efficiency, over 50% oils from bituminous minerals. Falls under HTS 3403.11.20.00 as textile treatment preparation. Reduces beam breaks in shuttleless looms.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China0.2%+35.0%35.2%
🇲🇽Mexico0.2%+10.0%10.2%
🇨🇦Canada0.2%+10.0%10.2%
🇩🇪Germany0.2%+10.0%10.2%
🇯🇵Japan0.2%+10.0%10.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3405.90.00Lower: 35% vs 35.2%

If in scouring powder form with abrasives

Abrasive textile preparations go to Chapter 34 scouring heading.

3809.92.50Higher: 41% vs 35.2%

If primarily finishing agents without petroleum dominance

Textile finishing preparations excluding lubricants.

3403.11Same rate: 35.2%

If <50% petroleum oils

Lower oil content stays in textile treatments but different rate.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document compatibility with PVA/PVP sizing agents for classification support

Avoid retail packaging that might suggest consumer use (reclass to household products)

Test for exact petroleum content; slight variations change duty rates significantly

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