API Separator Sludge Oil from Germany
Hydrocarbon sludge recovered from API oil-water separators in refineries, residue of petroleum processing. Falls under HTS 2713.90.00.00 as other petroleum oil residues. Reprocessed for fuel or asphalt blending.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Include separator efficiency reports showing oil recovery rates
• Test for heavy metals; elevated levels require RCRA waste determination
• Use nitrogen blanketing for storage to prevent autoignition