Waste Antifreeze Coolant from Germany
Used ethylene glycol antifreeze from fleet vehicle maintenance containing heavy metals and inhibitors. HTS 3825.90.0100 as wastes of anti-freezing fluids per chapter note 6(d). Chemical contamination excludes petroleum oil classification.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Test for heavy metal content (>5000 ppm) to confirm waste status vs recyclable fluid
• Label as UN 3082 Environmentally Hazardous Substance for maritime transport
• Include recycling facility destination documentation for customs clearance