DOT 5 Silicone Brake Fluid

Non-hygroscopic silicone-based hydraulic fluid for classic cars and motorcycles, compatible with ABS systems. HTS 3819.00.00.90 applies to this prepared brake fluid with negligible 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.

3910.00.00.00Lower: 38% vs 41.5%

If pure silicone oil without brake additives

Unformulated silicone polymers classify as silicones in plastics rather than prepared hydraulic fluids.

3824.99.39Lower: 35% vs 41.5%

If contaminated or waste silicone fluid

Used fluids from hydraulic systems enter 'other chemical preparations' or waste categories.

3403.19.50.00Lower: 40.8% vs 41.5%

If lubricating properties emphasized

If primarily marketed as synthetic lubricant rather than hydraulic transmission fluid.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include compatibility statements for EPDM rubber seals; DOT 5 incompatible with some modern systems

Ship as UN 1164 flammable liquid; verify viscosity meets SAE J1703 standards

Document silicone polymer content to distinguish from glycol types and avoid glycol mislabeling