No. 6 Fuel Oil from Canada

No. 6 fuel oil is a heavy residual fuel oil derived from petroleum refining, characterized by its high viscosity and API gravity under 25 degrees, making it suitable for large-scale industrial heating and power generation. It falls under HTS 2710.19.06 because it is a distillate and residual fuel oil obtained from bituminous minerals, testing under 25 degrees A.P.I., and contains over 70% petroleum oils as the basic constituent.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

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Rate breakdown

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 API gravity certification via lab testing (ASTM D287) to confirm under 25 degrees for proper classification under 2710.19.06

Obtain Certificates of Analysis (COA) from suppliers detailing sulfur content to comply with EPA fuel standards and avoid misclassification

Ensure proper storage and spill prevention documentation, as heavy fuel oils are subject to MARPOL Annex VI regulations for international shipments

No. 6 Fuel Oil from Canada — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2710.19.06