Prestone Synthetic DOT 4 Brake Fluid
Branded synthetic brake fluid formulation exceeding DOT 4 wet/dry boiling point requirements for passenger cars and trucks. Classified in 3819.00.0010 as it's a specialized hydraulic transmission liquid for brakes with under 70% petroleum oils.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If light petroleum distillate dominant
Primarily light oils from petroleum classify in Chapter 27 motor oils.
If for non-brake hydraulic systems like lifts
Heading 3819 distinguishes brake fluids from other transmission liquids.
If biodiesel-contaminated brake fluid waste
Chapter 38 notes place biodiesel wastes under biodiesel heading 3826.
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