Decommissioned Oil Tanker for Scrapping from Mexico
A large seagoing vessel previously used for transporting crude oil, now imported specifically for dismantling and recycling at a shipbreaking yard. It falls under HTS 8908.00.00.00 as it is designated for breaking up, with no intention of further operational use. The hull and superstructure are intact but obsolete.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain pre-shipment inspection certificate confirming scrapping intent to avoid misclassification as an operational vessel; ensure hazardous material manifests for fuel residues; comply with MARPOL Annex I for oil tanker decontamination