E85 Ethanol Fuel Blend from Japan
An 85% denatured ethanol (biofuel from corn) blended with 15% gasoline, qualifying as a renewable fuel with over 51% biofuel volume. Falls under HTS 2710.12.4560 for hydrocarbon mixtures not exceeding 50% of any single compound and meeting renewable blend criteria. Designed for flex-fuel vehicles to promote sustainable energy use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide ASTM D4806 certification for ethanol purity and biofuel percentage; ensure denaturant meets IRS requirements
• Label containers clearly as E85 to avoid confusion with lower blends
• Monitor for volumetric shrinkage during blending reported in import docs