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Est . 1990
July / August 2018

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Shipper
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8
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10
Product Transfer
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Sector Focus : Minerals
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Schütz claims breakthrough for wine IBC

Billed as a “ real alternative for the maturation and storage of wine ”, Schütz ’ s new Wine-Store-Age IBC is equipped with an EVOH barrier for controlled oxygen supply . The IBC and its benefits have been tested by experts in Australia . Studies are also currently being carried out at the Institute for Oenology at the University of Geisenheim , Germany , and Schütz says the initial results are “ very promising ”. Compared with conventional tanks , wine manufacturers can save time and costs in their supply chain . Schütz is now looking for wine growers and producers as test partners . Schütz is currently asking German wine growers and producers to consider the new solution , arguing that the cubic bulk packaging of the IBC is a great tool for use in wineries , cellars and warehouses . The best proof of this claim is a 2016 Rheingau Riesling dry : this wine was the result of a co-operation with the Institute for Oenology at the University of Geisenheim . Schütz ’ s Ecobulk Wine-Store-Age was the focus of a series of scientific tests conducted at the institute . Three years ago , this IBC was extensively and successfully tested by experts at the Australian Wine Institute ( AWRI ) using a barrique variant of a Shiraz red wine . In Germany , the oenologists at Geisenheim University led by Professor Rainer Jung

The Schütz Wine-Store-Age IBC is billed as a real alternative for the maturation and storage of wine
also focused on this topic . Together with Schütz , they chose a typical Riesling from the slate slopes of the Rhine Valley , representing the numerous white wine varieties that are grown in Europe . In order to continue these tests in day-to-day winery operations , Schütz is has been recruiting wine growers and producers interested in testing the Wine-Store-Age IBC . Applicants were invited to register stating briefly how they intended to use the IBC ; then Schütz selected a number of testers , each of whom received five containers along with project support and inclusion in joint marketing and PR . A variety of container shapes and materials are used during the wine production process . Wine typically matures in barrels or – as a modern alternative – in steel or plastic containers . Protecting this oxidation-prone product from external influences is one of the main challenges . This also determines the choice of container , which must ensure that only small quantities of oxygen can permeate . Oxygen is the number one enemy of wine : it alters the flavour and character , accelerates premature ageing and diminishes the quality . However , wine also depends on oxygen to mature , as it influences the content of phenols , the colour , the tannins and other essential aroma substances . Continued on p3 .

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International Tank Container Organisation ( ITCO ) advised members of the possible imposition of tariffs by America on imported tank containers . ITCO issued an advisory stating that as the USA is in negotiation within the scope of the World Trade Organisation ( WTO ), and in the process of increasing tariffs on specified imports , primarily from China and Europe , this could in certain cases , concern tanks imported from China . United States Tariff Representative ( USTR ) issued Docket USTR 2018-0018 on 15 June 2018 . The docket refers to the US Harmonised Tariff Schedule Section 301 . Annex C lists items under consideration for China import tariffs and includes sub-heading 8609.00.00 intermodal ISO containers , among these “ containers for transport
of fluids ”. If implemented , tank containers imported into the USA from China will be subject to an import tariff of 25 percent of value . ITCO is co-operating with the Institute of International Container Lessors ( IICL ), the USbased container leasing organisation ). IICL has requested confirmation from its legal counsel on the free movement of international containers for temporary import , and ITCO is waiting for documented findings . The free movement of tank containers in international trade and displaying the standard plate marking ‘ Approved for Transport Under Customs Seal ’, ie , containers that are engaged in temporary import to USA , should remain tariff free and continue to ply their trade as before . However , if containers manufactured in China
Tank and dry containers at Port of Los Angeles . Containers imported into the USA from China could be subject to a tariff of 25 percent
are imported into the USA - for example containers repurposed for continued use within the USA - the tariff is expected to apply . In addition to the actual containers , the list includes items that might be considered tank container parts : “ check valves other than of copper or iron or steel , for pipes , boiler shells , tanks , vats or the like ”; and “ safety or relief valves for pipes , boiler shells , tanks , vats or the like ”.
The notification docket lists an extensive number of items which although not readily identified as relevant to a tank container or its parts , they might in due course be interpreted to apply in part . ITCO says its members will understand that this is a complex issue and subject to change , but the organisation will endeavour to keep members informed , as further information becomes available in due course .