Contaminated Motor Fuel Blending Stock Waste
Waste from ethanol or alkylate blending stocks contaminated during refinery off-spec production, falling under 2710.99.16.00 as wastes of motor fuel blending stock. No longer viable for blending due to impurities exceeding specs.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from other industrial waste oil sources like lubricants
Other waste oils cover non-motor fuel petroleum wastes.
If further processed into petroleum coke residues
Residues from petroleum oil treatment shift to coke classifications.
If contains significant lubricant additives
Lubricating preparations dominate if not primarily waste motor fuel.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit refinery waste stream records proving blending stock origin; DOT hazardous material declaration needed
• Test for >70% petroleum content; pitfall is classifying clean blending stock as 2710.12.20
• Coordinate with CBP for advance ruling on waste vs. preparation status
Related Products under HTS 2710.99.16.00
Used Gasoline from Vehicle Fuel Tanks
Waste oil collected from drained vehicle fuel tanks during scrapping or maintenance, classified as wastes of motor fuel under HTS 2710.99.16.00 due to its origin as contaminated gasoline no longer suitable for direct use. It contains residues, water, and particulates from engine operation.
Drained Diesel Fuel from Heavy Equipment
Waste diesel motor fuel drained from construction equipment tanks, contaminated with microbial growth and particulates, classified under 2710.99.16.00 as motor fuel waste. Unsuitable for engines due to degradation.
Recovered Gasoline from Gas Station USTs
Contaminated gasoline recovered from underground storage tanks (USTs) at fueling stations during decommissioning, classified as 2710.99.16.00 waste of motor fuel due to groundwater infiltration.
Fleet Vehicle Fuel Drain Waste
Mixed gasoline waste from draining delivery truck and taxi fuel systems during fleet maintenance, under 2710.99.16.00 as motor fuel waste with additives and mileage contaminants.
Off-Spec Aviation Gasoline Waste
Waste aviation gasoline (Avgas) from filter changes and tank sediments at airports, meeting 2710.99.16.00 as motor fuel waste due to lead and water contamination exceeding aviation specs.
Contaminated Ethanol Fuel Blend Waste
Waste E10 or E85 motor fuel blends from phase separation in storage, qualifying as 2710.99.16.00 wastes of motor fuel due to water-induced emulsion failure.