C5 Raffinate Motor Fuel Blending Stock from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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