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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+7.5%7.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2710.19Higher: 17% vs 7.5%

If identifiable as identifiable waste oils from other petrochemical processes

Shifts to other waste oils if not specifically from motor fuel sources.

8708.80.65Higher: 52.5% vs 7.5%

If imported as part of scrapped vehicle components

Vehicles and parts take precedence over separated waste oils.

3825.10.01.00Higher: 17.5% vs 7.5%

If reprocessed into municipal waste oils or emulsions

Processed residues may classify under chemical waste preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain EPA waste generator ID and hazardous waste manifest; comply with RCRA for transboundary shipments

Verify oil composition meets 'waste oils' criteria; provide lab analysis showing motor fuel origin

Avoid misclassification as usable fuel (2710.12); common pitfall is lacking contamination documentation