Waste Fuel Oil from Ships

Bilge and tank bottom sludge from marine bunker fuel, containing water and sediments. Classified in HTS 2710.99.90.00 as other waste oils from bituminous minerals.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7%+7.5%14.5%
🇲🇽Mexico7%—7%
🇨🇦Canada7%—7%
🇩🇪Germany7%—7%
🇯🇵Japan7%—7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2710.19.11Higher: 25% vs 14.5%

If motor fuel quality after simple filtration

Cleaned fuel oils suitable for engines classify as fuel preparations.

8908.00.00Higher: 35% vs 14.5%

If still contained in floating storage vessels

Waste oils in ships or barges may classify as vessels.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include IMO waste classification and ship generator certificates for port state control

• Sediment content testing prevents reclassification as crude residues

• Ship via MARPOL-approved facilities to avoid illegal discharge penalties