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3811.21.00.00/Petroleum Oil Viscosity Improver for Gear Lubes/Germany

Petroleum Oil Viscosity Improver for Gear Lubes from Germany

Viscosity improver additive infused with petroleum oils for gear and transmission lubricants, maintaining performance under high shear. It qualifies for HTS 3811.21.00.00 as a prepared additive containing petroleum oils for mineral oil-based lubes.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
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Import Tips

• Label containers with exact petroleum oil percentage and end-use; obtain prior CBP ruling for blends

• Pitfall: over-dilution may classify as 2710 base oil

Petroleum Oil Viscosity Improver for Gear Lubes from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3811.21.00.00