Floating Oil Storage Tank from Japan
A large cylindrical tank designed to float on water for storing crude oil or petroleum products during offshore operations. It falls under HTS 8907.90.00.60 as a floating structure classified as a tank, not a complete vessel or hull under heading 8906.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify buoyancy certification and stability tests to confirm classification as a floating tank rather than a vessel
• Provide detailed engineering specs and intended use documentation to avoid misclassification under vessel headings
• Check for USCG approvals if used in US waters to prevent customs holds