Kerosene Jet-A Fuel
Jet-A is a low-sulfur (≤15 ppm) kerosene-type fuel for commercial aviation, with light viscosity and high A.P.I. gravity per 2710.19.11.11. It's a refined distillate from bituminous minerals used in turbine engines.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for military Jet fuel grades
JP-5/JP-8 variants have distinct subheadings for defense applications.
If viscosity exceeds 45 seconds
Heavier kerosene cuts fail light fuel oil viscosity test.
If lubricity additives push it to lubricating oil preparations
Excess additives make petroleum oils no longer the 'basic constituent'.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit DEF STAN 91-91 or ASTM D1655 certificates proving aviation-grade sulfur and freeze point specs
• Use dedicated aviation fuel manifests; commingling with diesel risks reclassification
• Comply with FAA import regs alongside HTS for bonded storage
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No. 1-D Diesel Fuel
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Premium Off-Road Diesel
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