Textile Finishing Oil Emulsion

A water-based emulsion of lubricants and softeners applied during textile finishing to improve fabric handle and reduce friction. It falls under HTS 3403.91.10.00 as a preparation of a kind used for the oil or grease treatment of textile materials, containing less than 70% petroleum oils.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6%+35.0%41%
🇲🇽Mexico6%+10.0%16%
🇨🇦Canada6%+10.0%16%
🇩🇪Germany6%+10.0%16%
🇯🇵Japan6%+10.0%16%

Alternative Classifications

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

3403.19Lower: 15.8% vs 41%

If containing 70% or more petroleum oils

Preparations exceeding 70% petroleum oils shift to the general 'other' subheading in 3403.19.

3809.92.50Same rate: 41%

If primarily finishing agents with solvents

Solvent-based finishing preparations for textiles are classified in 3809 as completing agents rather than lubricant-based treatments.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify petroleum oil content is below 70% via lab testing for correct classification; provide technical data sheets showing textile treatment use; ensure SDS includes composition details for customs