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Petroleum-Based Tire Mounting Lubricant from Japan

Polymer-fortified tire lube with 50% petroleum distillates for bead lubrication. Classified under 3824.99.4900 as a prepared hydrocarbon mixture for automotive use. Facilitates tire mounting on steel wheels.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Freeze point certification (protect to -20°F) for year-round usability,Document non-staining properties for alloy wheel compatibility,Specify water-soluble vs oil-based in product specifications