Waste Kerosene from Aviation Storage (API 35) from Japan
Contaminated kerosene from aircraft fueling systems, testing 35 degrees API, imported as waste distillate fuel oil per HTS 2710.99.10.00 due to its light distillate profile and waste status. Typically reprocessed for industrial burners.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
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
• Submit ASTM D287 API gravity test reports; ensure <0.01% water/sediment for classification
• Hazardous waste permit needed; common error is classifying clean kerosene as 2710.19.25
• Declare flash point (>38°C) to confirm distillate vs. naphtha status