Bitumen Emulsion Base Petroleum Residue

Petroleum bitumen serving as the base for cationic or anionic emulsions in road maintenance, classified in 2713.20.00.00 prior to emulsification. Derived from vacuum distillation bottoms of crude oil.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇨🇦CanadaFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

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

2715.00.00.00Same rate: 25%

If pre-emulsified with water and emulsifiers

Finished bituminous emulsions are mixtures, not pure petroleum bitumen.

3405.90.00.00Higher: 35% vs 25%

If surface-active emulsified product

High emulsifier content shifts to polishes or prepared emulsions.

2710.19.90.00Higher: 32% vs 25%

If lubricating oil residue blend

If mixed with lube oils for hydraulic sealants, it becomes lubricating preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Distinguish bulk base from finished emulsions in entry docs; ensure no water content exceeds trace levels for proper classification; comply with EPA spill prevention for port handling

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