Reformulated Gasoline with 10% Ethanol (E10)

E10 reformulated unleaded gasoline containing exactly 10% denatured ethanol by volume for oxygen enrichment. It qualifies for HTS 2710.12.1514 as reformulated light oil motor fuel, unleaded, with base petroleum oils over 70%, meeting distillation and emissions criteria. Used widely in reformulated gasoline program areas.

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 ethanol exceeds 10% but ≤15%

Higher oxygenate threshold moves to specific oxygenated reformulated subheading.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 25%

If sold as a retail additive preparation

Retail-packed fuel treatments with <70% petroleum oils fall under chemical preparations.

2710.12Same rate: 25%

If Aviation reformulated unleaded uses different motor fuel subheading for aircraft.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify ethanol is denatured per 27 CFR 21 and blended within RFG limits; retain batch certificates

Classify based on volume percent oxygenate; common error is under-declaring ethanol leading to penalties

Use DOT-approved containers and follow HAZMAT shipping rules for flammable liquids

Related Products under HTS 2710.12.15.14

Reformulated Unleaded Regular Gasoline

This is reformulated unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87, designed for standard automobile engines. It falls under HTS 2710.12.1514 because it is a light oil motor fuel where 90% or more distills at 210°C, unleaded, and reformulated to reduce emissions with added oxygenates like ethanol. It contains 70% or more petroleum oils as the basic constituent.

Reformulated Unleaded Premium Gasoline

Premium reformulated unleaded gasoline with 91-93 octane for high-performance vehicles, blended with oxygenates to meet clean air standards. Classified under HTS 2710.12.1514 as reformulated motor fuel light oil, unleaded, with petroleum oils exceeding 70% by weight. It undergoes specific refining to minimize VOC emissions.

Chevron Techron Reformulated Gasoline

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Shell V-Power Reformulated Unleaded Gasoline

Shell V-Power reformulated unleaded gasoline with nitrogen-enriched cleaning technology for superior performance. Classified HTS 2710.12.1514 for its reformulated light oil composition, unleaded, >70% petroleum, designed for emission-controlled areas. Meets stringent RFG volatility specs.

BP Ultimate Reformulated Fuel

BP Ultimate reformulated unleaded gasoline with active cleaning agents for valve and injector protection. Fits HTS 2710.12.1514: reformulated unleaded light oil motor fuel, >70% petroleum oils, 90%+ distillation at 210°C. Reduces emissions per CAA requirements.

Valero Reformulated Gasoline Blendstock

Valero CBOB (CARBOB) reformulated gasoline blendstock for oxygenate, awaiting ethanol addition. HTS 2710.12.1514: reformulated unleaded light oil preparation >70% petroleum, for motor fuel use. Distills per ISO 3405 light oil test.