Lead Naphthenate High-Temperature Lubricant Additive from Mexico
Lead naphthenate provides extreme pressure protection in high-temperature greases and metalworking fluids as a naphthenic acid salt. HTS 3824.99.7550 includes such industrial water-insoluble salts. Applied in forging, drawing, and heavy machinery.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• TSCA Section 6(h) restrictions on lead content—pre-1978 inventory check required
• Full elemental analysis; declare as 'naphthenate salts' not 'lubricants' (2710/3403)
• EU REACH alignment aids FDA entry if food-grade claimed