Leaded Premium Gasoline

Leaded premium gasoline features higher octane rating with lead additives for high-performance engines, meeting light oil criteria under ISO 3405. Classified in HTS 2710.12.1510 as leaded motor fuel with >70% petroleum oils. Used in aviation piston engines and vintage vehicles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2710.12.15Same rate: 25%

If aviation-grade

Certain aviation gasolines have specific subheadings based on use and composition distinctions.

2710.99Lower: 17% vs 25%

If <70% petroleum oils or includes significant additives

Preparations with lower petroleum content fall outside the 70% threshold into other 2710 subheadings.

3403.19Lower: 15.8% vs 25%

If lubricity additives dominate

If marketed primarily as lubricant preparations rather than fuel, it shifts to Chapter 34.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain aviation fuel certifications if for aircraft use; comply with FAA leaded fuel specs

Submit lab tests proving lead content and distillation profile to CBP for smooth clearance

Beware of blending errors—segregate from unleaded fuels to prevent reclassification penalties

Related Products under HTS 2710.12.15.10

Leaded Regular Gasoline

Leaded regular gasoline is a light oil motor fuel containing tetraethyllead as an anti-knock additive, with 90 percent or more distilling at 210°C per ISO 3405. It falls under HTS 2710.12.1510 due to its classification as leaded gasoline, a petroleum oil derived from bituminous minerals other than crude. Primarily used in older engines requiring lead for valve protection.

Leaded Aviation Gasoline (Avgas 100LL)

Avgas 100LL is low-lead 100-octane aviation gasoline with tetraethyllead, distilling 90%+ at 210°C, ideal for piston aircraft. HTS 2710.12.1510 covers this leaded light oil motor fuel from petroleum sources. Essential for general aviation not yet transitioned to unleaded.

Leaded Racing Gasoline

Leaded racing gasoline is formulated for motorsports with lead for high compression engines, meeting >70% petroleum and light oil specs. Falls under HTS 2710.12.1510 as leaded motor fuel. Popular in drag racing and classic stock cars.

Leaded Marine Gasoline

Leaded marine gasoline for outboard motors contains lead additives, >70% petroleum oils, and light oil properties per ISO standards. Classified HTS 2710.12.1510 as leaded gasoline motor fuel. Used in older recreational boats.

Leaded High-Octane Fuel for Vintage Cars

Specially blended leaded high-octane fuel recreates 1960s-1980s pump gas for vintage car restoration, with precise lead dosing and light oil specs. HTS 2710.12.1510 applies to this leaded petroleum motor fuel. Ideal for concours events and collectors.