Lard-Based Metalworking Fluid Additive from Canada
Animal lard blended with emulsifiers for addition to water-based metalworking coolants. Provides lubricity and rust inhibition in machining operations. HTS 3824.99.4190 covers this as mixed fatty substances of animal origin.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
14.6%
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
Import Tips
• Provide end-use statements confirming coolant additive role to distinguish from bulk animal fats
• Biodegradability claims require supporting test data for green chemistry import preferences
• Avoid misclassification as Chapter 15 by documenting >20% non-fatty chemical additives