Biodiesel-Blended ULSD #2 (15 ppm Sulfur)

A preparation of petroleum-derived Diesel #2 blended with biodiesel (mono-alkyl esters), limited to 15 ppm sulfur for clean combustion in trucks and cars. Classified in HTS 2710.20.10.02 as a light fuel oil (Nos. 2/3) with the required physical specs and biodiesel content.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3820.00.00Lower: 24% vs 25%

If biodiesel is the primary constituent (>50%)

Anti-freeze/fluid preparations with high biodiesel shift to Chapter 38 for non-petroleum fuel mixes.

2710.20Same rate: 25%

If viscosity ≥45 Saybolt seconds

Higher viscosity at 37.8°C classifies as medium/heavy fuel oils in subsequent subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit fatty acid methyl ester (FAME) analysis for biodiesel verification per subheading definition

Use ISO 8217-compliant specs for marine/off-road if applicable, but confirm highway-grade for this code