Reformulated Blendstock for Oxygenate Blending (RBOB) Gasoline from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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