Pipeline Coating Petroleum Bitumen
Heavy-grade petroleum bitumen applied as anti-corrosion coating for oil and gas pipelines, under HTS 2713.20.00.00 as petroleum residue. Provides high electrical resistance and adhesion in buried applications.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If varnish-based with resins
Resin-enriched versions become bituminous paints or varnishes.
If other residues like tar sludges
Non-bitumen petroleum residues like slops classify separately.
If fired into ceramic tiles
Processed into glazed tiles, it becomes ceramic products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify low sulfur content for pipeline specs; use nitrogen blanketing in storage to prevent oxidation; file under correct Schedule B for accurate duty assessment
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