Bio-Based Cutting Oil Emulsion from Germany
A vegetable-derived emulsion concentrate for metalworking machining operations, low in petroleum oils. It qualifies for HTS 3403.99.00.00 as a cutting-oil preparation based on synthetic lubricants. Provides cooling and lubrication without petroleum dominance.
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
• Submit formulation specs showing bio-content and petroleum levels below threshold
• Include end-use statements for industrial metalworking to distinguish from consumer products
• Watch for reclassification if diluted beyond concentrate form