Blended No. 5 Fuel Oil for Boilers
Blended No. 5 fuel oil for boilers is a residual fuel oil that meets No. 5 specifications, with an API gravity under 25 degrees and a Saybolt Universal viscosity exceeding 125 seconds at 37.8°C. It contains 70% or more petroleum oils as its basic constituent, which qualifies it under tariff item 2710.19.99 as an 'other' petroleum oil preparation. This fuel oil is used in industrial and commercial boiler applications where a heavy, viscous fuel is required.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fuel oil is a white mineral oil or naphthenic oil for specific manufacturing uses
This alternative applies to white mineral oils and naphthenic oils used in printing ink or pesticide manufacture, which have distinct end-use requirements.
If the product is a lubricating oil or basestock with synthetic hydrocarbons
Lubricating oils and basestocks with over 50% synthetic hydrocarbons are classified separately under this sibling item.
If the fuel oil is packaged for retail sale as a lubricating oil
Lubricating oils put up in packings for retail sale fall under this alternative, though fuel oils are typically not sold this way.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fuel oil's API gravity and viscosity are documented to confirm classification under 2710.19.99
• Provide a certificate of analysis to the CBSA upon request
• Verify that the product does not contain biodiesel, which would shift classification to another tariff item
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