Classic Car TEL Octane Improver from Japan
Tetraethyl lead-based additive designed for vintage and classic car engines using leaded gasoline formulations. It qualifies for HTS 3811.11.1000 as an antiknock preparation based on tetraethyl lead for mineral oils like gasoline. Used by restorers to mimic original fuel performance and prevent valve damage.
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
• Provide end-use statements for collector vehicles to justify import; ensure child-resistant packaging per CPSC; avoid retail labeling that implies general consumer use