Vegetable Oil Tanker
Stainless steel tanker for edible oils like palm and soybean oil, with deep cleaning systems. HTS 8901.20 includes tankers for all liquid goods transport, not limited to petroleum. CCO grades ensure food safety.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +37.5% | 37.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If multi-purpose without dedicated veg oil tanks
Non-specialized vessels are other cargo types.
If bare hull without installed tanks
Per notes, unfinished hulls go to 8906.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide food-grade certification (e.g
• CCO) and tank cleaning records
• Avoid petroleum tanker classification by specifying veg oil design
• Include FDA prior notice if for U.S. food import
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