Leaded Octane Booster Concentrate from China
A concentrated blend containing organolead compounds like tetraethyllead designed to boost octane levels in racing fuels and aviation gasoline. Classified under HTS 3811.11.5000 as 'other' antiknock preparations based on lead for mineral oils. Primarily used in non-road applications where high performance exceeds unleaded limits.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Ensure end-use certification for exempt applications like aviation to bypass road fuel bans
• Comply with IMDG/ADR hazardous goods declarations due to high toxicity of lead compounds
• Monitor REACH-like restrictions in destination markets for lead additives