Platformate Kerosene Cutter Stock
Reformate kerosene stream from catalytic reforming used as cutter stock in gasoline blending to control Reid vapor pressure. Classified in 2710.19.25.00 as kerosene motor fuel blending stock per its distillation profile.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If aviation-grade kerosene specs
Meets JP-5 or similar jet fuel standards based on freezing point and flash point.
If for non-fuel industrial applications
Industrial process oil use (e.g., diluent) shifts to unspecified petroleum oils.
If >50% aromatic hydrocarbons like mixed xylenes
Subheading note captures high-aromatic fractions as separate aromatic products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide blending recipes or refiner affidavits confirming use as cutter stock for classification support
• Test for olefin content; high levels may require reclassification if resembling cracked distillates
• Ensure bills of lading specify 'Fuel Blending Component Only' to prevent diversion claims
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Kerosene Motor Fuel Blending Stock
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Aromax Kerosene Blending Fraction
A high-aromatic kerosene cut from refinery processing, designed as a blending component to boost gasoline octane. Falls under 2710.19.25.00 due to its kerosene boiling range and explicit motor fuel blending stock designation.
Heavy Kerosene Gasoline Blendstock
Heavy kerosene fraction from crude distillation used to adjust gasoline volatility and density in blending operations. HTS 2710.19.25.00 applies as motor fuel blending stock with kerosene properties (distillation 150-250°C).
Straight Run Kerosene Blend Component
Untreated straight-run kerosene from atmospheric distillation tower, shipped for gasoline blending at destination refineries. HTS 2710.19.25.00 due to motor fuel blending stock status and kerosene characteristics.