Warp Sizing Lubricant Compound from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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