Marine Residual Fuel Oil MGO Blend
A biodiesel-blended marine gas oil residual mix with API gravity under 25 degrees, used in auxiliary engines. HTS 2710.20.05 covers this as distillate/residual fuel containing biodiesel from petroleum oils.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If without any biodiesel content
Pure petroleum distillates without biodiesel use the base fuel oil code.
If lubricating base with additives >30%
If functioning primarily as lubricant, it shifts to lubricating preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Comply with IMO low-sulfur rules via bunker delivery notes and lab assays
• Declare exact blend ratios to avoid disputes over biodiesel vs. petroleum dominance
• Bulk imports require shore tank gauging for accurate duty assessment
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