Marine Synthetic Gear Oil from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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