Aviation Kerosene JP-5 from China
JP-5 is a high-flash-point kerosene-type jet fuel designed for naval aircraft carriers, offering superior safety on ships. It is imported under HTS 2710.19.16.00 as kerosene-type jet fuel from bituminous minerals, meeting MIL-PRF-5624 specs. Used in carrier-based fighters like F/A-18 Hornets.
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)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit flash point certificates (>60°C for JP-5) to distinguish from lower-flash kerosenes
• Comply with US Navy approval processes for defense-related imports
• Monitor for water contamination during transit, a frequent issue leading to rejections