DOT 4 Synthetic Brake Fluid from China
A high-performance glycol-ether based hydraulic brake fluid designed for automotive disc brake systems, meeting DOT 4 specifications with a high boiling point for safety. It contains less than 70% petroleum oils, primarily synthetic polyglycols and additives for corrosion protection and lubricity. Classified under HTS 3819.00.00 as a prepared liquid for hydraulic transmission in braking systems.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify DOT compliance certification and boiling point specs via supplier docs; ensure MSDS confirms <70% petroleum content to avoid reclassification; common pitfall is missing hydraulic fluid labeling requirements