Leaded Octane Booster Concentrate from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
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
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