Petroleum Desalter Brine Sludge from Japan
Emulsion-breaking sludge from crude oil desalters, containing petroleum oil residues emulsified with brine. Classified in HTS 2713.90.00.00 as residues of petroleum oils from bituminous minerals. Recovered for oil reclamation before disposal.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit BS&W (basic sediment & water) analysis showing oil content >20% for residue status
• Use demulsifier treatment certificates to prove recoverability
• Coordinate with CBP for 'dirty oil' entry procedures and bonding requirements