Marine Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO 380) from Germany
HFO 380 is a heavy fuel oil for marine engines with viscosity >125 Saybolt seconds at 37.8°C, API <25°, and biodiesel incorporation where petroleum exceeds 70%. It matches HTS 2710.20.0520 for blended residual fuels not elsewhere specified. Used in oceangoing vessels requiring heated storage.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
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Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Comply with MARPOL Annex VI sulfur limits with test reports; use ISO 8217 standard specs in entry docs
• Pitfall: Incorrect API declaration from uncalibrated hydrometers leads to audits