Synthetic Textile Finishing Oil from China
A low-viscosity synthetic oil used in textile processing to treat yarns and fabrics for smooth handling. Falls under HTS 3403.99.00.00 as a preparation for oil/grease treatment of textile materials, excluding high-petroleum versions. Enhances weaving and knitting efficiency.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
Import Tips
• Document specific textile end-use to justify classification over general lubricants
• Ensure supplier provides batch certificates verifying <70% petroleum content
• Avoid bulk packaging that could imply Chapter 27 mineral oil classification