Any issues with engine oils/fluids be imported into Australia?

[BMW86]

As the title suggests, any issues with ordering oils (brake fluids, diff oil etc) from overseas, particularly the USA?

[JB4-335]

Good question Vinney. I'de like to know the answer also.

[fontana302]

I've imported Royal Purple a couple of times no problems via USPS, bought off EBAY actually. Buy in carton lots of 12 quarts, saved a packet even with freight as it's very expensive & hard to get out here.

[BMW86]

I emailed HPA and he said it's fine but I'd like to verify this.

From what I've seen the savings are worthwhile. For example I payed $44 for 1 Quart of Redline 75W90NS and in the USA it sells for $14.

I also checked the Customs website for Prohibited items and didn't see anything relating to engine oils and fluids.

[sparoz]

Originally Posted by BMW86

I emailed HPA and he said it's fine but I'd like to verify this.

From what I've seen the savings are worthwhile. For example I payed $44 for 1 Quart of Redline 75W90NS and in the USA it sells for $14.

I also checked the Customs website for Prohibited items and didn't see anything relating to engine oils and fluids.

What's the shipping though?

[chris328i]

Oils are not considered hazardous materials and can be shipped without issue.

[pcockley]

I just ordered 3 oil change kits from Tischer, something like 20 litres of oil and all ok. should be here any day.

[///M-pressed]

As others have said, oils are fine but anything that is in a can and is flammable i.e fuel injector cleaner, that cannot be shipped as it is a hazardous material.

[BMW86]

Thanks for the feedback everyone. I'm mainly interested in diff oils and brake fluids. I think the shipping costs will offset the savings for engine oils. I'll report back when I get more info.