Product Oil Tanker Aframax from Japan
An Aframax tanker sized for refined petroleum products like gasoline and diesel, typically 80,000-120,000 DWT. Falls under HTS 8901.20 for tankers transporting goods, distinguished by multiple segregated cargo tanks. Ideal for medium-haul routes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include IMO certification for product tankers and inert gas system documentation
• Label as 'clean product tanker' if for refined fuels to distinguish from crude carriers
• Watch for pitfalls in coastwise trade restrictions under Jones Act for U.S. imports