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U.S. imports of lubricating oil additives (non-petroleum-based) (HS 381129) totaled $13.3M in April 2026, traded with 19 countries.
Last updated: April 2026 dataSynthetic and non-petroleum-based lubricant additives — including those carried in polyalphaolefin, ester, or glycol bases — are classified under 3811290000 and serve high-performance applications in aerospace, automotive, and industrial machinery where mineral oil carriers are unsuitable. Canada and Mexico together reflect substantial North American supply-chain integration, with South Korea, France, and Germany rounding out the top sources and pointing to the advanced chemical manufacturing capabilities required for synthetic additive technology. Importers should carefully document the base fluid composition, as the boundary between this heading and 381121 (petroleum-oil-containing additives) is a frequent classification dispute.
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A supplier-provided safety data sheet (SDS) or technical data sheet clearly identifying the base fluid as synthetic (e.g., polyalphaolefin, ester, or polyalkylene glycol) with no petroleum or bituminous mineral oil content is the primary supporting document. A chemical composition certificate or letter of conformance from the manufacturer can further substantiate the classification in the event of a CBP inquiry.
Canada and Mexico are the leading suppliers under this heading, and shipments from both countries may qualify for preferential tariff treatment under USMCA, provided the goods meet the applicable rules of origin — typically a tariff classification change or regional value content requirement. Importers should obtain a valid USMCA certification of origin from the supplier and retain it for the required recordkeeping period.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRANCE | $1.1M | $6.5M | +$5.4M |
| CANADA | $5.3M | $1.2M | -$4.2M |
| CHINA | $566K | $4.4M | +$3.8M |
| MEXICO | $3.0M | $405K | -$2.6M |
| KOREA, SOUTH | $2.1M | $899K | -$1.2M |
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