Saharan Blend Crude Oil from China
Saharan Blend from Algeria has an API gravity of approximately 45 degrees, classifying it as a light crude under 2709.00.20. This paraffinic crude is ideal for high-value products like kerosene and jet fuel. It is imported in raw form without any refining processes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use API gravity hydrometer readings calibrated to 60°F for accurate declarations
• Include flash point and sediment tests in documentation to avoid hazardous material surcharges
• Monitor OFAC sanctions for origin countries; obtain no-objection letters preemptively