DOT 3 Glycol-Ether Brake Fluid from China
A glycol-ether based hydraulic brake fluid meeting DOT 3 specifications, used in automotive disc and drum brake systems to transmit hydraulic pressure. Classified under HTS 3819.00.0010 as it is a prepared liquid for hydraulic transmission designed specifically for braking applications, containing less than 70% petroleum oils.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify DOT classification (DOT 3, 4, 5.1) on labeling and provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) showing composition under 70% petroleum oils
• Comply with EPA TSCA requirements for chemical import notifications if new to US inventory
• Avoid misclassification as general hydraulic fluid by specifying brake end-use in documentation