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Synthetic Leather Drum Oil from Germany

Drum-applied synthetic oil for lubricating leather hides during mechanical processing to prevent sticking and tearing. Low petroleum formulation specifically for leather industry equipment. Classified in 3403.91.50.00 for leather treatment preparations.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include end-user statements from leather processors confirming industrial application

• Avoid bulk packaging that resembles general cutting oils (3403.19 classification risk)

• Test for compliance with VOC regulations specific to leatherworking industries