Petroleum-Based Metalworking Fluid from Germany
A water-miscible cutting oil containing 30% petroleum-derived hydrocarbons used for machining operations. It falls under HTS 3824.99.4900 as a chemical preparation consisting partly of petroleum hydrocarbons, not elsewhere specified. This mixture provides lubrication and cooling during metal processing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify hydrocarbon content via lab analysis to confirm classification under 3824.99.4900,Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) showing petroleum derivation in import documentation,Avoid misclassification as pure lubricants (2710) by documenting mixed chemical composition