Premium Unleaded Gasoline (93 Octane)
High-octane premium unleaded gasoline for performance vehicles, a light oil motor fuel under HTS 2710.12.15 due to its petroleum base and distillation profile. It includes additives for engine protection but remains predominantly petroleum distillates.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified as aviation gasoline
Motor fuels specifically for aircraft use are separated from automotive motor fuel.
If for diesel motor fuel
Diesel fuels, not meeting light oil distillation, are under motor fuel but different subheading.
If primarily lubricating oils with minor fuel use
Lubricant-dominant preparations shift to Chapter 34 classifications.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document octane rating and additive composition to support motor fuel classification
• Comply with volatility standards (RVP) varying by season and region to avoid penalties
• Use licensed fuel terminals for storage and ensure spill prevention plans are in place
Related Products under HTS 2710.12.15
Unleaded Gasoline (87 Octane)
Regular unleaded gasoline with 87 octane rating, primarily composed of petroleum distillates where 90% or more distills at 210°C, classified as motor fuel under HTS 2710.12.15. It is designed for standard automobile engines and meets the light oils criteria for this subheading.
E5 Gasoline Blend (5% Ethanol)
Motor fuel blending 95% petroleum light oils with 5% denatured ethanol, qualifying under HTS 2710.12.15 as it exceeds 70% petroleum content and meets light oils distillation. Used widely in Europe for standard vehicles.
Racing Gasoline (100+ Octane)
High-performance racing fuel with octane over 100, composed of light petroleum oils meeting HTS 2710.12.15 motor fuel criteria through distillation and petroleum dominance. Formulated for motorsports without oxygenates.
Mid-Grade Gasoline (89 Octane)
Mid-grade unleaded gasoline at 89 octane, a standard light oil motor fuel under HTS 2710.12.15 for everyday vehicles. It balances cost and performance with petroleum distillates distilling 90%+ at 210°C.
Leaded Aviation Gasoline (100LL)
Low-lead 100 octane aviation gasoline (Avgas 100LL) for piston aircraft engines, classified as motor fuel under HTS 2710.12.15 when imported as light petroleum oil. Meets distillation for light oils despite aviation use.
Oxygenated Gasoline (MTBE Blend)
Gasoline blended with methyl tert-butyl ether (MTBE) for oxygen content, still predominantly light petroleum oils under HTS 2710.12.15 motor fuel. Used to reduce emissions in reformulated gasoline areas.