Steel Oil Can from Mexico
Cylindrical steel can under 50L for motor oil or lubricants, closed via soldering or crimping lid. Fits 7310.21.00 as a basic iron/steel container not exceeding 300L total chapter limit, often with internal coating. Used in automotive aftermarket packaging.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify steel for oil compatibility to avoid reclassification as hazardous material packaging
• Document absence of pour spouts or handles if they imply mechanical fittings
• Check DOT regulations for liquid-filled imports during transit