2709.00.20.90/Bonny Light Crude Oil/Germany

Bonny Light Crude Oil from Germany

Bonny Light is a high-quality Nigerian crude oil with an API gravity of approximately 35 degrees, exceeding the 25 degrees threshold for this subheading. It is extracted from bituminous minerals and imported in bulk for refining into fuels and petrochemicals. Classified under 2709.00.20.90 as 'other' crude petroleum oils testing 25 degrees API or more, distinct from specific named crudes.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

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Rate breakdown

9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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Import Tips

• Obtain accurate API gravity test certificates from certified labs to confirm classification under 2709.00.20.90 and avoid reclassification to lower API grades

• Declare volume in barrels (158.98 liters at 15.6°C) per US HTS notes; use licensed customs brokers for large tanker shipments

• Comply with EPA import notifications for petroleum products and verify crude quality specs to prevent penalties for misdeclaration