Azeri Light Crude Oil from Germany
Caspian Sea Azeri Light crude tests at 34-35 API degrees, fitting 2709.00.20.90 for other crude petroleum oils obtained from bituminous minerals. Pipeline-imported to Europe then US, valued for low sulfur and clean products yield.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Align with ISO 3405 distillation standards if volatility tests needed for bituminous proof
• Declare as bulk cargo; avoid retail packing that could misclassify under other chapters
• Monitor for condensate admixture—pure crude stays in 2709