New Jersey Lab Cleared for Customs Petroleum Testing
Published Date: 7/6/2026
Notice
Summary
NMK Resources, Inc. in Thorofare, NJ, just got the green light to measure and test petroleum products for U.S. Customs starting August 12, 2025. This means they’re officially trusted to handle important checks for the next three years, helping keep trade smooth and fair. Businesses dealing with petroleum can count on NMK’s services without any new fees or delays right now.
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Local Lab Approved for Customs Petroleum Testing
NMK Resources, Inc., in Thorofare/West Deptford, NJ was approved and accredited to gauge and test petroleum and certain petroleum products for U.S. Customs as of August 12, 2025, for a three-year period through August 12, 2028. The approval covers API gauging procedures in Chapters 3, 7, 8, 11, 12, and 17 and accreditation for CBP/ASTM laboratory methods including tests such as D95, D445, D4294, D5002, D4052, and others listed in the notice.
Confirm Accreditation Before Hiring
Anyone who wants to hire NMK Resources for gauger or laboratory services should request and receive written assurance that NMK is accredited or approved for the specific test or gauger service requested. Inquiries may also be directed to U.S. Customs and Border Protection at (202) 344-1060, via email to labs@cbp.dhs.gov, or by checking CBP's online list of approved gaugers and laboratories.
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