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Contaminated Hydraulic Fluid from Mining Equipment from Germany

Degraded hydraulic fluid from heavy mining excavators, mixed with ore dust and water, unfit for lubrication. HTS 3825.50.00.00 applies to hydraulic fluid wastes as per chapter note 6(d). High viscosity and particulate load.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Filter and centrifuge samples for import waste profile submission

• Comply with MARPOL Annex I if shipped by sea as oily waste

• Ensure no PCB contamination above 50 ppm to avoid TSCA restrictions