Hawaii Lab Gets Green Light for Oil Testing Duties
Published Date: 1/26/2026
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Summary
Intertek USA, Inc. in Kapolei, Hawaii, is now officially approved to test petroleum products for U.S. Customs starting August 26, 2025, and will keep this status for three years. This means businesses dealing with petroleum can trust Intertek’s lab results for customs checks, helping speed up imports and exports. The next review of their work will happen in August 2028, so no surprises or extra costs for now!
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Intertek Kapolei Accredited for 3 Years
Intertek USA, Inc. in Kapolei, Hawaii, was accredited by U.S. Customs and Border Protection to test petroleum and certain petroleum products for customs purposes as of August 26, 2025. The accreditation is for the next three years, and the next triennial inspection is scheduled for August 2028.
Specific Petroleum Tests Accredited
The Kapolei lab is accredited to run specific CBP/ASTM petroleum tests including D4928 (water in crude oils), D473 (sediment in crude and fuel oils), D4294 (sulfur by X-ray fluorescence), D5002 (density/API gravity by digital density analyzer), and D4052 (density by digital density meter). These named test methods are specifically listed in the accreditation.
Must Request Written Accreditation Assurance
Anyone planning to hire this lab should ask for written assurance from Intertek that it is accredited to perform the specific CBP test requested. Inquiries about specific accredited tests may also be directed to CBP at (202) 344-1060 or via the provided email, and CBP posts a complete listing of approved laboratories on its website.
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