Power Plant Residual Fuel Oil (B20 Blend) from Japan
This B20 biodiesel blend is used in utility power plants, combining 20% biodiesel with 80% petroleum residual oil. The petroleum oil content exceeds 70% by weight, making it a petroleum-based preparation. It is classified under tariff item 2710.20.90 as a petroleum preparation containing biodiesel, other than waste oils or retail-packaged lubricants.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Consumer Products Safety · May be required
May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Equal To 2710209000; Equal To 2710209000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Clearly document the biodiesel blend ratio and the petroleum oil content to support classification
• Verify the product is not a waste oil under Chapter 27 Note 3
• Check with the CBSA for the applicable Most-Favoured-Nation duty rate and any fuel quality regulations