Gravity-Based Production Platform
A fixed-bottom platform using concrete ballast for stability in production. While not floating, classified under 8905.20 for production function.
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Semi-Submersible Drilling Rig
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Spar Production Platform
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Drillship Production Unit
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Submersible Oil Production Barge
A barge-type platform that can be submerged for transport and floated for production operations in inland or nearshore waters. HTS 8905.20.00.00 covers its submersible production nature with auxiliary navigation.
Floating LNG Production Platform
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Mobile Offshore Production Unit (MOPU)
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