Automotive Grease Thickener Additive from Canada
Thickening agent with petroleum carrier oils for lithium grease formulations in automotive bearings. Classified under 3811.21.00.00 as a lubricating oil additive with petroleum oils.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Test for NLGI grade consistency; label as 'for grease manufacture'
• Pitfall: finished greases go to 3403.13