Industrial Propane Torch Fuel
> Industrial propane torch fuel is liquefied propane packaged in disposable or refillable containers for use in torches and welding equipment. It is classified under tariff item 2711.12.10 because the containers are ready for immediate use, and the high vapor pressure formulation is still propane for tariff purposes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the torch fuel is sold in bulk for refilling stations
Bulk quantities are not in containers ready for use, so they are classified as other propane.
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
• > Verify that the containers meet CSA or UL standards for portable torch fuel and are properly marked with hazard warnings
• Since these are consumer-ready, ensure compliance with Canadian Consumer Product Safety Act requirements
• Provide a safety data sheet (SDS) to the CBSA if requested
Related Products under Tariff item 2711.12.10
Portable BBQ Propane Cylinders
> Portable BBQ propane cylinders are refillable containers of liquefied propane, typically 16.4 lb, designed for consumer grills and camping stoves. They are classified under tariff item 2711.12.10 because they are propane in containers ready for use, meeting the condition of being packaged for direct retail sale without further processing.
Propane Engine Starting Fluid
> Propane engine starting fluid is a liquefied propane aerosol used to start cold engines, containing propane as the primary component with a small amount of lubricant. It is classified under tariff item 2711.12.10 because it is packaged in aerosol containers ready for use, and the propane content is not altered by the additive.