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Marine Synthetic Gear Oil

Polyalphaolefin-based gear lubricant for marine transmissions, excluding high petroleum content. Under HTS 3403.99.00.00 as other lubricating preparation for heavy-duty applications. Resists water washout and corrosion.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3403.19Lower: 15.8% vs 41.5%

If meets grease consistency/number definition

Marine gear greases classify separately from liquid oils.

2710.19Lower: 17% vs 41.5%

If petroleum-based marine gear lubricants

High petroleum gear oils fall under Chapter 27 lubricating oils.

2933.39.41.00Lower: 6.5% vs 41.5%

If pure synthetic polyalphaolefin base stock

Unmixed chemical lubricant compounds classify as heterocyclic compounds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include USCG or marine certification for gear applications

Document exact petroleum blend percentage via chromatograph analysis

Declare as industrial, not automotive, to avoid Chapter 27 motor oil

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