AquaDAG Colloidal Graphite Lubricant from China
AquaDAG is a water-based colloidal graphite suspension used as a dry film lubricant for high-temperature applications like mold release in plastics and metal forming. It falls under HTS 3801.20.00.00 as it consists of finely dispersed graphite particles in a colloidal state, qualifying as semi-colloidal graphite. The product provides excellent lubricity without leaving oily residues.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify colloidal particle size meets semi-colloidal definition via lab analysis; obtain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for hazmat classification; ensure proper labeling as chemical preparation to avoid misclassification as finished lubricant