Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD)
Ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD) is a refined No. 2 diesel with sulfur content under 15 ppm and API gravity of 30-42 degrees, often blended with biodiesel for on-road use. It is a light fuel oil containing biodiesel, put up in retail packings for sale at fuel stations or in containers.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the ULSD is not in retail packings.
Bulk ULSD would be classified under the 'other' item for biodiesel-containing petroleum oils.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is packaged for retail sale (e.g
• drums) to meet the tariff item
• Verify the sulfur content and API gravity meet specifications
• Provide CBSA with a certificate of analysis showing biodiesel content and fuel properties
Related Products under Tariff item 2710.20.10
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.
B20 Diesel Biodiesel Blend Low Sulfur
B20 diesel biodiesel blend low sulfur is a 20% biodiesel blend with No. 2 diesel fuel, containing 30 ppm sulfur, viscosity under 45 SUS, and API gravity above 25 degrees. It is a light fuel oil containing biodiesel, put up in retail packings for fleet vehicles.
B5 Biodiesel Blend Diesel Fuel
B5 biodiesel blend diesel fuel is a No. 2 diesel fuel blended with 5% biodiesel, with sulfur content of 20-400 ppm, API gravity above 25 degrees, and viscosity under 45 SUS. It is a light fuel oil containing biodiesel, packaged for retail sale in containers like drums.
B5 Biodiesel Blend Heating Oil
B5 biodiesel blend heating oil is a mixture of 5% biodiesel and 95% petroleum distillate, with an API gravity exceeding 25 degrees. It is a light fuel oil containing biodiesel, used for residential and commercial heating, and is packaged for retail sale in containers like jugs or drums.
Biodiesel-Blended ULSD #2 (15 ppm Sulfur)
Biodiesel-blended ULSD #2 with 15 ppm sulfur is a preparation of petroleum-derived Diesel #2 blended with biodiesel, limited to 15 ppm sulfur for clean combustion in trucks and cars. It is a light fuel oil containing biodiesel, packaged for retail sale in containers like drums or cans.
Heating Oil No. 2 with Biodiesel
Heating oil No. 2 with biodiesel is a No. 2 heating oil blended with biodiesel, with sulfur content of 100 ppm, API gravity of 28-35 degrees, and viscosity under 45 SUS. It is a light fuel oil containing biodiesel, put up in retail packings for residential and commercial boilers.