Waste Antifreeze Coolant from Fleet Vehicles
Spent ethylene glycol-based antifreeze from truck and car cooling systems, contaminated with rust inhibitors and metals, no longer suitable for use. HTS 3825.50.00.00 covers wastes of anti-freeze fluids as specified in chapter note 6(d). Often recycled for propylene glycol recovery.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fresh and suitable for use as antifreeze preparation
New anti-freeze fluids are classified under 3820.00 as preparations, not wastes.
If pure ethylene glycol not yet used as antifreeze
Unmixed ethylene glycol falls under organic chemicals heading 2905, excluding formulated wastes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Test for heavy metals and ethylene glycol content to determine hazard class
• Secure recycler certification and import permit from EPA if transboundary movement
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Spent Hydraulic Fluid from Industrial Machinery
Used hydraulic oil from heavy machinery pumps and cylinders, contaminated with water, particulates, and degraded additives, unfit for further use. Falls under HTS 3825.50.00.00 as wastes of hydraulic fluids per chapter note 6(d). Typically requires recycling or disposal as hazardous waste.
Contaminated Hydraulic Fluid from Mining Equipment
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Biodegradable Hydraulic Fluid Waste
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Aircraft Brake Fluid Waste
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Steel Mill Spent Pickling Liquor
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