No. 4 Generator Fuel Oil (High Sulfur Content)

Distillate fuel oil for diesel generators, biodiesel-blended with ≥70% petroleum oils, >500 ppm sulfur, 25+° API, and 45-125 SUS viscosity at 37.8°C. Meets HTS 2710.20.1025 criteria for high-sulfur No. 4-type fuel oils containing biodiesel.

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.

2710.12.45Same rate: 25%

If motor fuel blends with lighter specs

Gasoline-motor fuel mixtures with different distillation go to automotive fuel subheadings.

2707.50.00.00Same rate: 25%

If aromatic extract >50% by weight

High aromatic content like >50% xylenes classifies under 2707 aromatic hydrocarbons.

2710.20Same rate: 25%

If waste-derived rather than virgin oils

Oils from waste processing move to waste oil provisions in 2710.20.20.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify flash point >55°C for safe transport classification as non-hazardous liquid

Document pour point suitability for destination climate to avoid solidification claims

Separate high-sulfur batches from low-sulfur to prevent cross-contamination fines