No. 2-G Grade Fuel Oil Ultra-Low Sulfur

No. 2-G fuel oil is a light distillate used in generators and smaller boilers, with sulfur ≤15 ppm, meeting 2710.19.11.05 specs for API ≥25 and viscosity <45 SUS at 37.8°C. Designed for standby power applications with low emissions. Commonly imported for emergency generators.

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.

2710.12.15Same rate: 25%

If 90%+ distills at 210°C (light oils)

Kerosene-range light oils classified under 2710.12 if meeting distillation criteria.

2710.19.11Same rate: 25%

If sulfur >15 ppm up to 500 ppm

Higher sulfur variants of No. 2-G fall into 2710.19.11.45.

2707.50.00Same rate: 25%

If >50% aromatic content like mixed xylenes

Aromatic hydrocarbon mixtures over 50% shift to Chapter 27 aromatics heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include generator compatibility specs in entry docs to affirm fuel oil classification

Test for water/sediment content; contaminated lots often rejected at ports

Avoid classifying as kerosene if flash point exceeds limits; precise testing required

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