Furskin Processing Lubricant from Germany
Specialized lubricant for treating furskins during dressing and dyeing processes to prevent fiber damage and improve handle. Formulated with synthetic esters rather than petroleum oils. HTS 3403.91.50.00 covers this as a preparation for furskin treatment excluding high petroleum content products.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document furskin-specific testing data to differentiate from general textile lubricants
• Check for anti-corrosion additives that might trigger reclassification to 3403.19
• Maintain certificates of analysis showing <70% petroleum oils to avoid higher-duty categories