Contaminated Ethanol Fuel Blend Waste from Mexico
Contaminated ethanol fuel blend waste (E10 or E85) results from phase separation in storage, where water causes emulsion failure. It is classified under tariff item 2710.99.00 as waste motor fuel because it is no longer usable as fuel. The water-induced emulsion failure makes it a waste oil under Chapter 27.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
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Import Tips
• Document the phase separation and water contamination to justify waste classification
• Provide lab results showing the fuel no longer meets ASTM specifications
• Confirm with the CBSA whether the waste is subject to environmental controls