Industrial Gearbox Oil Additive from China
A concentrated additive for gear oils containing 55% petroleum distillates to enhance viscosity and anti-wear properties in heavy machinery. Used in manufacturing equipment to extend lubricant life. Falls under 3403.19.10.00 as a lubricating preparation with majority petroleum oil base.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide manufacturer's certification of petroleum content to support 50%+ threshold during customs review
• Ensure packaging complies with UN standards if classified as flammable liquid
• Avoid bulk shipments without proper stabilization to prevent reclassification as unstable mixtures