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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2710.12.15Lower: 25% vs 41.5%

If light petroleum distillate dominant

Primarily light oils from petroleum classify in Chapter 27 motor oils.

3819.00.00Same rate: 41.5%

If for non-brake hydraulic systems like lifts

Heading 3819 distinguishes brake fluids from other transmission liquids.

3826.00Lower: 16.5% vs 41.5%

If biodiesel-contaminated brake fluid waste

Chapter 38 notes place biodiesel wastes under biodiesel heading 3826.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include brand-specific performance data sheets matching SAE J1704 standards

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Use correct UN 1169 hazmat shipping declarations for international transport

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