Alkylate Gasoline Blending Stock
Alkylate is a clean-burning, high-octane blending component made from isobutane and olefin alkylation, primarily used in premium motor fuels. Classified under HTS 2710.12.18 as motor fuel blending stock due to its light oil characteristics and >70% petroleum oil content. It meets the 90% distillation at 210°C requirement for subheading 2710.12.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified as naphthas
Certain motor fuel naphthas are in 2710.12.10; alkylate's specific alkylation process distinguishes it as blending stock.
If blended with vegetable oil esters
Any biodiesel addition shifts to 2710.12.15, even if originally qualifying as light oil blending stock.
If high aromatic content
If exceeding 50% aromatics like mixed xylenes, it moves to 2707.50 aromatic hydrocarbons.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide detailed refinery production specs and octane number (typically 90-95 RON) to confirm blending stock status
• Avoid retail packaging; bulk shipments only, as consumer packs may shift to 2710.19.20 motor fuel classification
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