Aviation Ground Support Fluid

Light petroleum fluid for aviation equipment cleaning, 74% oils with balanced hydrocarbon mix. HTS 2710.12.45 for light mixtures not elsewhere included. Distillation profile fits light oils.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2710.19.25Same rate: 25%

If heavier aviation lubricants

Non-light oils for aviation use classify in other 2710 subheadings

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 25%

If chemical preparations for aviation

Specialty chemical fluids shift to Chapter 38

3403.19.50Higher: 40.8% vs 25%

If lubricating preparations

If additives make it primarily a lube, moves to 3403

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Import Tips & Compliance

FAA-equivalent specs may be required for aviation-related imports

Confirm non-biodiesel via fatty acid ester testing

Segregate from de-icing fluids to avoid 3808 classification

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