Off-Road Low Sulfur Diesel

Diesel fuel for non-road heavy equipment like construction machinery, sulfur capped at 500 ppm max (above 15 ppm), light viscosity per specs. HTS 2710.19.11.03 covers this as No. 2/3 diesel not meeting ultra-low sulfur highway standards.

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.

2710.19.11Same rate: 25%

If residual fuel oil component dominates

Blends with significant residual fractions classify as heavier residual fuels.

2711.12.00Same rate: 25%

If propane liquefied petroleum gas fractions

Gaseous hydrocarbons from petroleum processing fall under liquefied gas headings.

3811.90.00Higher: 41.5% vs 25%

If anti-knock preparations added

Fuel additives like octane boosters create additive-containing preparations under 3811.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Dyed red for off-road use per IRS rules; declare non-taxed status but expect CBP fuel type verification

Test for water/sediment content (<200 ppm) to meet ASTM specs and avoid quality claims

Related Products under HTS 2710.19.11.03

Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel No. 2

This is a refined petroleum distillate fuel oil classified as No. 2 diesel with sulfur content between 15 and 500 ppm, testing 25 degrees A.P.I. or more and having Saybolt Universal viscosity at 37.8°C of less than 45 seconds. It meets the specifications for light fuel oils used primarily in on-road diesel engines and falls under HTS 2710.19.11.03 due to its precise sulfur limits and physical properties distinguishing it from crude or higher sulfur fuels.

Low Sulfur Marine Diesel Oil

A No. 2 or No. 3 distillate marine fuel oil with sulfur limited to 15-500 ppm, suitable for auxiliary engines in vessels, meeting 25+ A.P.I. and low viscosity specs. Classified under HTS 2710.19.11.03 as it qualifies as diesel oil with controlled sulfur for emission-regulated maritime use.

No. 2-G Grade Diesel Fuel

Grade No. 2-G diesel per ASTM D975, a general-purpose middle distillate with 15-500 ppm sulfur, low viscosity, and high A.P.I. gravity for off-road, heating, or generator applications. It fits HTS 2710.19.11.03 as a light fuel oil diesel not qualifying for ultra-low sulfur exemptions.

Heating Oil No. 2 with Moderate Sulfur

Distillate fuel oil No. 2 for residential and commercial heating boilers, sulfur between 15-500 ppm, compliant with light fuel oil parameters of A.P.I. ≥25 and viscosity <45 SUS. HTS 2710.19.11.03 applies as it is a diesel-range product used interchangeably for heating.

Generator Set Diesel Fuel No. 3

No. 3 diesel fuel optimized for stationary generator sets, with sulfur 15-500 ppm, matching light fuel oil specs for reliable combustion in emergency power systems. Classified in HTS 2710.19.11.03 for its diesel characteristics and sulfur control.