Biodiesel-Blended Residual Fuel Oil IFO 380
IFO 380 is an intermediate fuel oil with viscosity >125 Saybolt seconds at 37.8°C, API ≥25°, blended with biodiesel for marine propulsion. Classified under HTS 2710.20.1050 due to its heavy fuel characteristics and biodiesel incorporation as a basic constituent. Primarily used in shipping vessels requiring high-energy density fuels.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for non-biodiesel heavy fuel blends
Absence of biodiesel mono-alkyl esters moves classification to general petroleum preparations outside biodiesel provisions.
If viscosity ≤125 Saybolt seconds
Medium viscosity fuel oils with similar API but lower Saybolt values classify under lighter distillate subheadings.
If primarily biodiesel (>50%)
High biodiesel concentration may qualify as 'other biodiesel' preparations outside Chapter 27 petroleum oils.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit detailed blend composition certificates showing biodiesel percentage and petroleum base to validate 70%+ oil content requirement
• Comply with MARPOL Annex VI sulfur limits (<3.5% for global trade) with test reports to facilitate smooth CBP clearance
• Avoid misdeclaration as lighter distillates by including flash point (>60°C) and viscosity specs in entry documentation
Related Products under HTS 2710.20.10.50
Heavy Fuel Oil No. 6 (Bunker C)
Heavy fuel oil No. 6, also known as Bunker C, is a high-viscosity residual fuel oil with a Saybolt Universal viscosity at 37.8°C exceeding 125 seconds and API gravity of 25 degrees or more, containing biodiesel as a blend component. It falls under HTS 2710.20.1050 as a distillate and residual fuel oil used primarily for marine bunkering and large industrial boilers. The biodiesel content ensures classification within this specific subheading for blended preparations.
No. 6 Fuel Oil with 20% Biodiesel Blend
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Marine Heavy Fuel Oil MFO 180 Biodiesel Blend
MFO 180 heavy fuel oil blended with biodiesel, meeting >125 Saybolt viscosity at 37.8°C and ≥25° API for ocean-going vessels. Falls under HTS 2710.20.1050 as a biodiesel-containing residual/distillate fuel oil. Provides high calorific value for main engines.
Industrial Boiler Heavy Fuel Oil HFO Biodiesel Mix
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