Aviation Kerosene Filter Waste
Contaminated kerosene waste collected from filtration systems in aviation fuel handling facilities, primarily jet fuel (kerosene-based). Classified in HTS 2710.99.21.00 as kerosene waste oil unfit for direct fuel use but containing >70% petroleum oils.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +7.5% | 7.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If meets motor fuel quality specifications after treatment
Reprocessed kerosene wastes suitable as fuel may shift to motor fuel preparations.
If when blended with chemical additives for industrial cleaning
Preparations with significant non-petroleum components fall under chemical preparations.
If classified as hydraulic or transmission fluid waste
Different functional uses determine specific waste oil subcategories.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include filter media analysis reports showing kerosene dominance over other contaminants
• Comply with FAA and DOT fuel waste handling protocols during import documentation
• Avoid retail packaging that could trigger cosmetic or consumer product reclassification
Related Products under HTS 2710.99.21.00
Kerosene Recovery Waste Oil
Waste oil generated during the distillation and recovery process of kerosene from petroleum refineries, containing residual kerosene components. Classified under HTS 2710.99.21.00 as wastes of kerosene, fitting the waste oils category with over 70% petroleum content.
Naphtha Cracking Waste Residue
Residue waste from thermal or catalytic cracking processes of naphtha in petrochemical plants, primarily consisting of degraded naphtha fractions. Falls under HTS 2710.99.21.00 due to its origin as kerosene/naphtha waste with predominant petroleum oil content.
Petrochemical Naphtha Distillation Slop
Slop oil from naphtha distillation columns in petrochemical facilities, containing off-spec naphtha fractions and entrained hydrocarbons. HTS 2710.99.21.00 applies as waste of naphthas with basic petroleum oil constituents.
Refinery Kerosene Tank Bottoms
Sediment and water emulsion waste from kerosene storage tank bottoms in oil refineries, primarily kerosene with minor contaminants. Fits HTS 2710.99.21.00 as kerosene waste oils from petroleum processing.
Naphtha Solvent Recovery Still Bottoms
Heavy residues from vacuum distillation of spent naphtha solvents used in industrial degreasing operations. Classified under HTS 2710.99.21.00 as naphtha wastes containing >70% petroleum oils.