Reformulated Blendstock for Oxygenate Blending (RBOB) Gasoline
RBOB is a specialized petroleum distillate designed for blending with oxygenates like ethanol to produce reformulated gasoline compliant with U.S. environmental standards. It meets the light oils criteria under 2710.12 as over 90% distills at 210°C and contains 70%+ petroleum oils as the base. Classified specifically in 2710.12.1805 due to its role as motor fuel blending stock for oxygenate addition.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not specifically reformulated for oxygenate blending
Motor fuel blending stocks without RBOB specs fall under the general motor fuel blending stock subheading.
If for conventional blendstock without reformulated properties
Non-reformulated gasoline blendstocks use a different motor fuel blending stock code.
If containing less than 70% petroleum oils
Preparations with under 70% petroleum content shift out of the primary petroleum oils heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify RBOB specifications via ASTM D4814 to confirm classification; obtain EPA fuel registration and TSCA certification
• Ensure tanker manifests detail oxygenate-free status to avoid misclassification as finished fuel
Related Products under HTS 2710.12.18.05
CARBOB Reformulated Blendstock for Oxygenate Blending
CARBOB is California Air Resources Board-compliant RBOB blendstock for oxygenate blending to meet stringent regional emissions standards. As a light oil preparation with 70%+ petroleum oils distilling primarily below 210°C, it fits 2710.12 criteria. The 2710.12.1805 subheading captures its precise use as reformulated motor fuel blendstock.
Summer Specification RBOB Blendstock
Seasonal RBOB formulated for summer volatility control (RVP ≤7.0 psi) before oxygenate addition to prevent evaporative emissions. Qualifies as light oil under 2710.12 with petroleum oils ≥70% by weight as basic constituent. Precise 2710.12.1805 classification reflects its reformulated blendstock function for oxygenate blending.
10% Ethanol RBOB Blendstock Pre-Mix
RBOB blendstock partially pre-mixed with denatured ethanol maintaining oxygenate blending stock status. Still qualifies under 2710.12 light oils with dominant petroleum fraction ≥70%. The 2710.12.1805 specificity captures its intended use in reformulated gasoline production.
RBOB with MTBE Blendstock
Reformulated blendstock containing methyl tertiary-butyl ether (MTBE) oxygenate for gasoline production in MTBE-permitted regions. Meets 2710.12 light oil specs with petroleum oils comprising ≥70% basic constituents. Classified 2710.12.1805 for its oxygenate blending stock function despite MTBE inclusion.
Pipeline-Quality RBOB Blendstock
High-specification RBOB meeting interstate pipeline transmission standards for oxygenate blending at destination refineries. Light oil preparation per 2710.12 with ≥70% petroleum distillates distilling <210°C. The 2710.12.1805 subheading precisely identifies its reformulated blendstock purpose.
Export-Grade RBOB Blendstock
RBOB formulated to international specifications for oxygenate blending in foreign reformulated gasoline markets. Complies with 2710.12 light oil parameters (≥70% petroleum oils, 90% distillation <210°C). HTS 2710.12.1805 applies based on product characteristics regardless of end market.