Heavy Duty DOT 4 LV Brake Fluid
Low-viscosity DOT 4 brake fluid optimized for ABS and ESP systems in modern vehicles, providing superior cold-weather performance. HTS 3819.00.0010 covers this as prepared brake hydraulic fluid with limited petroleum components.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If prepared with >70% mineral oils as base
High mineral oil content moves to Chapter 34 for hydraulic lubricants.
If municipal treatment-derived sludge additives
Chapter notes exclude sewage sludge-related wastes from 3819 preparations.
If pure ether alcohols imported separately
Unmixed chemical components classify by individual substance under Chapter 29.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify low viscosity per ISO 4925 Class 6 standards for European vehicle compatibility
• Batch test for water absorption properties as customs may request stability proof
• Declare all glycol ethers explicitly to preempt chemical safety reviews
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