3403 — Lubricating preparations and those used in oil or grease treatment of textile and similar materials; excluding preparations containing 70% or more (by weight) of petroleum or bituminous mineral oils

Plain-language overview

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

HS-4 3403 · lubricating preparations · textile treatment lubricants · non-petroleum lubricants · HS-6 340311 · HS-6 340319 · HS-6 340391 · HS-6 340399 · grease treatment products · water-based lubricants

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

• Water-based lubricants for textile processing
• Greases for leather treatment
• Non-petroleum-based lubricants for furskin
• Synthetic lubricants for textile machinery
• Natural wax-based lubricants for fabric care
• Oil-free lubricants for textile applications

Common questions

How people often phrase their search when they're trying to classify goods like yours.

• What is HS-4 3403 used for?
• How to classify lubricating preparations?
• Difference between HS-6 340311 and 340391?
• What are non-petroleum lubricants?
• How to determine the correct HS code for lubricants?
• Are there specific regulations for textile lubricants?

Related topics

Longer phrases that come up when you're comparing codes or talking to a broker.

• how to classify lubricating preparations for textiles
• difference between petroleum and non-petroleum lubricants
• what products fall under HS-4 3403
• choosing the right HS-6 code for lubricants
• importing lubricating preparations for textile treatment
• guidelines for non-petroleum lubricants classification
• understanding HS-6 subheadings for lubricants
• requirements for lubricating preparations in trade

Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of products are classified under HS-4 3403?

HS-4 3403 covers lubricating preparations for textiles and similar materials, excluding those with 70% or more petroleum oils.

How do I know if my product is under HS-6 340311 or 340391?

Use HS-6 340311 if your product contains less than 70% petroleum oils and is for textiles. If it contains no petroleum oils, use HS-6 340391.

What is the difference between HS-6 340319 and 340399?

HS-6 340319 is for lubricants with less than 70% petroleum oils not intended for textiles, while HS-6 340399 is for those without any petroleum oils.

Can I import lubricating preparations without special permits?

It depends on the product's composition and intended use. Always check with your customs broker for specific regulations.

Are there any specific labeling requirements for HS-4 3403 products?

Yes, products must be labeled according to their composition and intended use, especially if they contain petroleum oils.

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