Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel (ULSD) from China
ULSD is a light distillate fuel oil refined from petroleum with a sulfur content not exceeding 15 ppm, meeting strict environmental regulations for on-road diesel engines. It tests 25 degrees A.P.I. or more and has a Saybolt Universal viscosity at 37.8°C of less than 45 seconds, classifying it under HTS 2710.19.11.11 as a light fuel oil.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify sulfur content certification via lab testing (ASTM D5453) to confirm ≤15 ppm compliance before entry
• Include Bill of Lading specifying A.P.I. gravity and Saybolt viscosity; avoid misclassification as higher sulfur diesel
• Ensure proper storage to prevent contamination, as exceeding 15 ppm post-import can lead to penalties