Venezuelan Heavy Crude (Boscan Blend)
Boscan heavy crude from Lake Maracaibo with API around 10 degrees, qualifying under HTS 2709.00.10.00 as extremely low-gravity crude petroleum oils from bituminous sources. It demands dilution for pipeline transport.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If diluted to API 25+ for transport
Dilution raising gravity above threshold may trigger reclassification.
If containing biodiesel esters
Admixture of biodiesel changes it to waste oils or mixtures under 2710.
If high naphthalene content >50%
Meets subheading note for aromatic extracts from coal tar equivalents.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include dilution agent details if any, but ensure it remains 'crude' per CBP rulings
• Prepare for sanctions compliance checks on Venezuelan-origin petroleum
• Certify API via independent testing to prevent disputes at entry
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Saudi Arabian Heavy Crude Oil
Heavy crude oil extracted from Saudi Arabian fields with an API gravity under 25 degrees, classified under HTS 2709.00.10.00 due to its low density and high viscosity from bituminous minerals. It requires specific refining processes for transportation fuels.
Canadian Oil Sands Crude (Western Canadian Select)
Western Canadian Select (WCS) crude from oil sands, featuring API gravity around 20-22 degrees, fitting HTS 2709.00.10.00 as petroleum oils obtained from bituminous minerals in crude form. It's heavier due to high asphaltene content.
Mexican Maya Heavy Crude Oil
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Iraq Basrah Heavy Crude Oil
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Kuwaiti Heavy Crude Oil (Ratawi Blend)
Ratawi heavy crude blend from Kuwait with API under 25 degrees, imported as crude under HTS 2709.00.10.00 for oils from bituminous minerals. High pour point requires heated transport.
Colombian Castilla Heavy Crude
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