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Reformate Motor Fuel Blending Stock from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

25%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify distillation profile per ISO 3405 (90%+ at 210°C) and petroleum content (>70% by weight) via lab testing for accurate classification

Obtain refinery certificates of analysis detailing octane number and composition to support entry documentation and avoid reclassification

Ensure compliance with EPA fuel regulations; common pitfall is mislabeling as finished motor fuel under 2710.12.15