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Anti-Static Textile Processing Oil from Japan

A preparation blending esters and light petroleum oils (<70%) to eliminate static during textile carding and drawing. Essential for synthetic fiber processing, classified HTS 3403.11.40.00.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include flash point and viscosity specs in technical data for classification support

• Avoid 'universal lubricant' generic labeling that suggests heading 3403.19

• Document batch testing for petroleum content to preempt CBP queries