Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO) Biodiesel Blend from Mexico
Heavy Fuel Oil blended with biodiesel, testing under 25° A.P.I., serves as a low-cost energy source for ships and factories. HTS 2710.20.05.50 covers this as a residual fuel oil preparation with >70% petroleum oils and biodiesel, excluding waste or crude. Its density distinguishes it from lighter distillates.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Conduct density tests per ASTM standards pre-shipment to confirm sub-25° A.P.I.; discrepancies lead to audits
• Provide blending ratios and origin certificates for biodiesel to trace fatty acid esters compliance
• Avoid common error of bulk packaging mislabeling; use UN-approved tanks for IMO hazardous goods