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3811.21.00.00/Automotive Grease Thickener Additive/Japan

Automotive Grease Thickener Additive from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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Import Tips

• Test for NLGI grade consistency; label as 'for grease manufacture'

• Pitfall: finished greases go to 3403.13