DOT 3 Brake Fluid from China

Synthetic glycol-ether based hydraulic brake fluid meeting DOT 3 specifications for automotive disc and drum brakes. Classified under 3819.00.00.90 as a prepared liquid for hydraulic transmission with less than 70% petroleum oils, designed for high-temperature braking performance.

Duty Rate — China → United States

41.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)

Import Tips

Verify DOT specifications and flash point via lab testing for compliance with FMVSS 116 standards

Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and ensure packaging meets UN hazardous materials requirements

Avoid misclassification as anti-freeze; confirm brake fluid use via formulation certificates