Product classification
HS code for Industrial lubricant: 3403.19
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.
Classification of industrial lubricant under HS 3403.19
Industrial lubricants are classified under HS code 3403.19. This classification is determined by the composition and intended use of the preparation. Heading 3403 covers lubricating preparations and preparations of a kind used for the oil or grease treatment of textile materials, leather, furskins, or other materials. Subheading 3403.19 specifically applies to preparations that contain petroleum oils or oils obtained from bituminous minerals, provided these oils constitute less than 70% of the total weight of the product. If the petroleum content were 70% or higher, the product would typically be classified under Chapter 27 (specifically 2710). Furthermore, 3403.19 is the residual category for lubricants that are not used for the treatment of textile materials (which fall under 3403.11). These lubricants are vital for reducing friction in industrial machinery, protecting metal surfaces from oxidation, and assisting in metalworking processes like cutting, grinding, and milling. The classification covers a wide range of synthetic and semi-synthetic oils used in heavy industry.
- Covers
- Industrial cutting oils
- Anti-rust preparations
- Bolt release preparations
- Mold release oils
- Machine tool lubricants
- Synthetic gear oils
- Also under 3403.19
- Mobil 1 Synthetic Blend
- Shell Rotella T5
- Castrol GTX High Mileage
- Valvoline MaxLife
- Total Rubia TIR
Codes often confused with 3403.19
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 2710.19, which is used for lubricating oils where petroleum or bituminous oil content is 70% or more by weight. Additionally, 3403.11 is often incorrectly used for industrial lubricants; however, that code is strictly for preparations used in the treatment of textiles, leather, or furskins.
Top exporters and importers of HS 340319 (the code used for industrial lubricant), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 340319 (the code used for industrial lubricant) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 8.0% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 340319, not only industrial lubricant.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $1.3B 25% of world exports
- 2 United States $886M 17% of world exports
- 3 France $532M 10% of world exports
World total: $5.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $414M 8.0% of world imports
- 2 China $411M 7.9% of world imports
- 3 Canada $376M 7.2% of world imports
World total: $5.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for industrial lubricant
Brazil classifies industrial lubricant under NCM 3403.19.00: HS 3403.19 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about industrial lubricant
What is the HS code for Industrial lubricant?
The HS code for Industrial lubricant is 340319 (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). The HS code for industrial lubricants containing less than 70% petroleum oil is 3403.19.
How do I classify Industrial lubricant for customs?
Industrial lubricant is classified under HS code 340319 — 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 is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does 3403.19 include industrial grease?
Yes, lubricating greases with less than 70% petroleum content are classified here, provided they are not for textile or leather treatment.
Which countries are the top exporters of industrial lubricant (HS 340319)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 340319 (the code used for industrial lubricant) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($1.3B, 25% of world exports), the United States ($886M) and France ($532M). World exports came to about $5.2B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of industrial lubricant (HS 340319)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 340319 (the code used for industrial lubricant) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($414M, 8.0% of world imports), China ($411M) and Canada ($376M). World imports came to about $5.2B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Industrial lubricant the same in all countries?
The base HS code 340319 for Industrial lubricant is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for industrial lubricant in Brazil?
In Brazil, industrial lubricant (HS 340319) is classified under NCM 3403.19.00.