Bunker C Fuel Oil from Mexico
Bunker C is a heavy residual fuel oil classified as Fuel Oil No. 6 under HTS 2710.19.06.30 due to its API gravity under 25 degrees and Saybolt Universal viscosity exceeding 125 seconds at 37.8°C. It is primarily used as marine bunker fuel for large oceangoing vessels.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Verify sulfur content compliance with MARPOL Annex VI and U.S
• EPA regulations; obtain bunker delivery note and lab analysis for viscosity/API confirmation; ensure proper Bill of Lading notation as residual fuel oil