Lead Naphthenate Industrial Lubricant from Japan
Lead naphthenate provides extreme pressure lubrication properties in metalworking fluids and gear oils. This water-insoluble lead salt of naphthenic acids imports under HTS 3824.99.75 as an industrial chemical preparation. Restricted use due to lead toxicity regulations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• TSCA reporting mandatory for lead content >0.1%; include inventory status
• DOT hazardous material declaration required (UN3082)
• End-user certificates needed proving industrial/non-consumer use