B20 Biodiesel Highway Diesel
B20 biodiesel highway diesel is a blend of 20% biodiesel (mono-alkyl esters of fatty acids) and 80% petroleum diesel, with an API gravity over 25 degrees. It is a light distillate fuel oil containing biodiesel, not waste oil, and is put up in packings for retail sale, such as drums or cans for consumers.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5% | — | 5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is not put up in packings for retail sale (e.g., bulk shipments).
The sibling item covers other biodiesel-containing petroleum oils not packaged for retail sale.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is packaged for retail sale (e.g
• drums, cans) to qualify for this tariff item
• Verify the biodiesel content meets the definition in subheading note 5 and that the product is not classified as waste oil
• Submit a Canadian Customs Invoice with the correct HS code and supporting documentation on biodiesel content
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