About HS Code 340319
This code covers lubricating preparations (other than those for textiles and similar materials) containing less than 70% by weight of petroleum oils or oils obtained from bituminous minerals. This broad category includes a vast range of industrial and automotive lubricants where petroleum oils are present but not as the predominant component, often blended with synthetic base oils and a complex array of additives. These preparations are designed for specific performance characteristics such as extreme pressure resistance, anti-wear properties, or high-temperature stability. International trade is dominated by major oil companies and specialty lubricant manufacturers, supplying diverse sectors from automotive and machinery to marine and power generation. Importers seek performance-driven lubricants for their equipment, while exporters leverage advanced formulation technologies. Understanding the specific application and the blend composition is crucial for trade.
Products Under This Code
Synthetic blend engine oils, Hydraulic fluids (petroleum blend), Gear oils (petroleum blend), Compressor oils (petroleum blend), Greases (petroleum blend), Metalworking fluids (petroleum blend), Turbine oils (petroleum blend)
Real World Examples
Mobil 1 Synthetic Blend, Shell Rotella T5, Castrol GTX High Mileage, Valvoline MaxLife, Total Rubia TIR
Common Misclassification
This code is often confused with pure petroleum oils (Chapter 27) or lubricating preparations with no petroleum oils (340399). The 'less than 70% petroleum' and 'not for textiles' criteria are key distinctions.
Products Classified Under 3403.19
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
The United States, Germany, and Japan are major exporters of these advanced lubricants, with global industrial and automotive sectors being primary importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 340319?
HS code 340319 covers: Lubricating preparations; (other than for the treatment of textile and similar materials), containing less than 70% (by weight) of petroleum oils or oils obtained from bituminous minerals. This code covers lubricating preparations (other than those for textiles and similar materials) containing less than 70% by weight of petroleum oils or oils obtained from bituminous minerals. This broad category includes a vast range of industrial and automotive lubricants where petroleum oils are present but not as the predominant component, often blended with synthetic base oils and a complex array of additives. These preparations are designed for specific performance characteristics such as extreme pressure resistance, anti-wear properties, or high-temperature stability. International trade is dominated by major oil companies and specialty lubricant manufacturers, supplying diverse sectors from automotive and machinery to marine and power generation. Importers seek performance-driven lubricants for their equipment, while exporters leverage advanced formulation technologies. Understanding the specific application and the blend composition is crucial for trade.
What products fall under HS code 340319?
Synthetic blend engine oils, Hydraulic fluids (petroleum blend), Gear oils (petroleum blend), Compressor oils (petroleum blend), Greases (petroleum blend), Metalworking fluids (petroleum blend), Turbine oils (petroleum blend)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 340319?
This code is often confused with pure petroleum oils (Chapter 27) or lubricating preparations with no petroleum oils (340399). The 'less than 70% petroleum' and 'not for textiles' criteria are key distinctions.
How is HS code 340319 structured?
HS code 340319 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (34) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.