Pontoon Fuel Barge Tank from China
A sectional pontoon-based tank for storing diesel fuel on inland waterways or nearshore sites. It qualifies for HTS 8907.90.00.60 as a floating tank, distinct from powered barges.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Submit flotation calculations and load capacity certs during entry
• Label clearly as 'floating storage tank' to prevent vessel tariff application
• Comply with MARPOL standards for fuel tanks to expedite clearance