Leaded Regular Gasoline from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify lead content documentation and ensure compliance with EPA fuel regulations, as leaded gasoline is restricted in the US
• Provide certificates of analysis confirming 90%+ distillation at 210°C and >70% petroleum oils to avoid misclassification
• Avoid common pitfalls like incorrect labeling as unleaded; use specialized storage to prevent contamination during transit