Bituminous Mineral Oil Anti-Wear Additive from China
An anti-wear concentrate with bituminous mineral oils for heavy-duty engine lubricants, reducing friction in diesel engines. Classified under 3811.21.00.00 due to its petroleum oil content and use as a lubricating oil additive.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide manufacturer specs confirming additive function and petroleum content; register for TSCA if chemical notification required
• Avoid pitfall: bulk shipments mistaken for base oils without additive proof