C5 Raffinate Motor Fuel Blending Stock
C5 raffinate is a light hydrocarbon stream from di-isopropylbenzene extraction, rich in pentanes and olefins, used as a gasoline blending component. It falls under HTS 2710.12.18.90 due to its light oil properties (90%+ at 210°C), >70% petroleum content, and role as motor fuel blending stock. This by-product improves gasoline volatility and octane.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing liquefied natural gas hydrocarbons
Liquefied petroleum gases like propane/propylene mixtures classify under 2711 based on physical state.
If used in jet fuel formulations
Jet fuel blending stocks have dedicated subheadings when specified for aviation motor fuel.
If isolated acyclic hydrocarbons predominate
High-purity chemical streams shift to Chapter 29 acyclic hydrocarbons.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit gas chromatography reports proving C5 composition and distillation curve to confirm light oil status
• Label as 'blending stock only - not for retail sale' to avoid confusion with finished fuels; track Reid Vapor Pressure
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Reformate Motor Fuel Blending Stock
Reformate is a high-octane petroleum distillate produced in oil refineries through catalytic reforming, primarily used as a blending stock to boost octane ratings in gasoline. It qualifies under HTS 2710.12.18.90 as a light oil motor fuel blending stock, with 90% or more distilling at 210°C, containing over 70% petroleum oils as the basic constituent, and not classified as biodiesel or waste. This product is essential for producing premium unleaded gasoline.
Alkylate Motor Fuel Blending Stock
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Isomerate High-Octane Blending Stock
Isomerate is a branched paraffin-rich stream from naphtha isomerization processes, providing high octane without aromatics for clean gasoline blending. Under HTS 2710.12.18.90 as light motor fuel blending stock: >70% petroleum oils, 90%+ distill at 210°C. Ideal for low-emission reformulated blends.
Platformate Gasoline Blending Component
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FCC Light Naphtha Blending Stock
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