Power Plant Residual Fuel Oil (B20 Blend) from Japan
A B20 biodiesel blend (20% biodiesel, 80% petroleum residual) with viscosity >125 SUS at 37.8°C and <25° API, used in utility power plants. It qualifies for HTS 2710.20.0520 as petroleum-dominant heavy fuel oil preparation. Designed for efficient combustion in large turbines.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Document biodiesel origin (animal/vegetable) per subheading notes; test for water/sediment <1%
• Pitfall: Blends exceeding 30% biodiesel may face biofuel-specific regs