Textile Finishing Oil Emulsion from China
A water-based emulsion containing less than 70% petroleum oils used to apply a smooth finish to woven fabrics during manufacturing. It lubricates fibers to prevent breakage and enhance dye uptake, classifying under HTS 3403.11.40.00 as a preparation for textile treatment not predominantly petroleum-based.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify petroleum oil content is below 70% via lab analysis to confirm HTS 3403.11.40.00 classification
• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and composition certificates in import docs for CBP review
• Avoid misclassification as bulk lubricants (2710) by specifying textile end-use on commercial invoice