Houston SGS Lab Greenlit: Customs Petroleum Testing Locked In
Published Date: 9/15/2025
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SGS North America in Houston just got the green light to measure and test petroleum products for customs for the next three years starting July 26, 2023. This means companies dealing with petroleum can trust SGS to handle important checks that keep trade smooth and fair. No extra costs or delays are expected—just reliable service from a trusted pro!
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SGS Approved to Gauge and Test Petroleum
SGS North America, Inc. in Houston is approved to gauge (measure) petroleum and certain petroleum products and accredited to test those products for U.S. Customs purposes starting July 26, 2023. The approval and accreditation last for three years from that date, so SGS may perform customs measurement and laboratory testing through that period.
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