Racing Fuel Off-Spec Waste
Racing fuel off-spec waste is high-octane racing gasoline from testing and drum residues, where octane boosters degrade beyond track specs. It is classified under tariff item 2710.99.00 as waste motor fuel. The degradation makes it unsuitable for racing use.
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
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 racing fuel still meets light oil specifications
Fuel that remains within specification is not waste.
If the product is primarily octane-boosting additives
Additive preparations with less than 70% petroleum oils are classified elsewhere.
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
• Provide octane test results showing the fuel no longer meets racing specifications
• Document the source as testing or drum residues
• Confirm with the CBSA that the waste is not a chemical preparation
Related Products under Tariff item 2710.99.00
Aviation Kerosene Filter Waste
Aviation kerosene filter waste is contaminated kerosene collected from filtration systems in aviation fuel handling facilities. It is classified under tariff item 2710.99.00 as kerosene waste oil unfit for direct fuel use. The contamination from filtration makes it waste oil.
Contaminated Ethanol Fuel Blend Waste
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.
Contaminated Heavy Fuel Oil from Tank Cleaning (API <25°)
Contaminated heavy fuel oil recovered from tank cleaning operations, with an API gravity below 25 degrees, is classified as waste oil under tariff item 2710.99.00. This product consists mainly of petroleum oils obtained from bituminous minerals and is no longer fit for use as a primary product, meeting the definition of waste oils in Chapter 27.
Contaminated Motor Fuel Blending Stock Waste
Contaminated motor fuel blending stock waste comes from refinery off-spec production where impurities exceed blending viability. It is classified under tariff item 2710.99.00 as waste motor fuel blending stock. The product is no longer suitable for blending due to contamination levels.
Discarded Cutting Oil Waste
Discarded cutting oil waste is a soluble oil emulsion used in metal machining operations that has become contaminated and unfit for further use. Despite water dilution during use, the petroleum base exceeds 70% by weight, qualifying it as a waste oil under tariff item 2710.99.00. This product is classified as waste oil because it contains mainly petroleum oils and is no longer fit for its original purpose.
Discarded No. 6 Fuel Oil Blend (API <25°)
Discarded No. 6 fuel oil blend with an API gravity below 25 degrees is classified as waste oil under tariff item 2710.99.00. This product is a residual fuel oil obtained from bituminous minerals that is no longer suitable for its original purpose, qualifying as waste oil per Chapter 27.