Ultra-Low Sulfur No. 2 Fuel Oil (15 ppm S) from China
This is a light distillate fuel oil classified under HTS 2710.20.10.05 due to its API gravity of 25 degrees or more, Saybolt Universal viscosity under 45 seconds at 37.8°C, and sulfur content not exceeding 15 ppm. It contains biodiesel as a basic constituent (70%+ petroleum oils) and is used primarily for heating and diesel engine applications in residential and commercial settings. The low sulfur meets stringent environmental regulations for reduced emissions.
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
• Verify sulfur content certification via ASTM D5453 testing to confirm ≤15 ppm compliance; ensure biodiesel blend documentation meets EPA renewable fuel standards
• Common pitfall: misclassifying higher sulfur variants—always check viscosity and API gravity specs