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Scrap Offshore Supply Vessel from Japan

A platform supply vessel (PSV) retired from oilfield support, imported for recycling. It qualifies for HTS 8908.00.00.00 as a floating structure for breaking up, with cargo tanks emptied. Designed for deck cargo and fuel supply but now obsolete.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Certify removal of drilling muds and chemicals; obtain oilfield operator decommissioning letter; ensure dynamic positioning gear is declared non-functional

Scrap Offshore Supply Vessel from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8908.00.00.00