What is HS-4 2710 used for?
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2710 — Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude; preparations n.e.c, containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals; these being the basic constituents of the preparations; waste oils
Chapter 27: Mineral fuels, oils
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 2710 when importing petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals that are not crude or waste oils. For example, if you're bringing in a shipment of light oil preparations containing 75% petroleum oils, this heading applies directly.
Deciding between HS-6 271012 and 271019 hinges on the oil's characteristics. If your product is a light oil preparation, go with 271012. However, if it’s a heavier oil preparation with the same petroleum content, choose 271019.
When dealing with biodiesel blends, HS-6 271020 is your code. This applies to oils containing biodiesel, while 271012 and 271019 are strictly for non-biodiesel oils. Make sure to verify the biodiesel content before classifying.
Waste oils fall under HS-6 271091 and 271099. If your waste oil contains harmful substances like PCBs, use 271091. If it’s free from these substances, then 271099 is the correct choice.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.
petroleum oils · bituminous minerals · waste oils · light oils · heavy oils · biodiesel · oil preparations · HS-4 2710 · HS-6 271012 · HS-6 271019 · HS-6 271020 · HS-6 271091 · HS-6 271099 · import codes · oil classification · trade regulations
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Light oil preparations with 75% petroleum oils: HS-6 271012
- Heavy oil preparations with 80% petroleum oils: HS-6 271019
- Biodiesel blends with 70% petroleum oils: HS-6 271020
- Waste oils containing PCBs: HS-6 271091
- Waste oils without PCBs: HS-6 271099
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How to classify petroleum oils for import?
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Difference between HS-6 271012 and 271019?
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What are waste oils under HS-4 2710?
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How to determine if oil contains biodiesel?
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What are the requirements for importing light oils?
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Related topics
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how to classify petroleum oils under HS-4 2710
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differences between HS-6 271012 and 271019
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importing waste oils under HS-4 2710
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requirements for biodiesel oil classification
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understanding petroleum oil classifications
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how to choose the right HS-6 code for oils
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impact of PCBs on waste oil classification
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guidelines for importing oil preparations
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of oils are covered under HS-4 2710?
- HS-4 2710 covers petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals that are not crude or waste oils, including various preparations.
- How do I know if my oil is classified as light or heavy?
- Light oils typically have lower viscosity and are less dense, while heavy oils are thicker and denser. Refer to product specifications for accurate classification.
- What should I do if my oil contains biodiesel?
- If your oil contains biodiesel, you should classify it under **HS-6 271020**, which specifically addresses oils with biodiesel content.
- How can I identify if my waste oil contains harmful substances?
- You can identify harmful substances by testing the oil for PCBs, PCTs, or PBBs. If present, classify it under **HS-6 271091**.
- What is the difference between HS-6 271091 and 271099?
- HS-6 271091 is for waste oils containing harmful substances, while HS-6 271099 is for waste oils that do not contain these substances.
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HS-6 subheadings (5)
- 271012Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not containing biodiesel, not crude, not waste oils; preparations n.e.c, containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals; light oils and preparations
- 271019Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not containing biodiesel, not crude, not waste oils; preparations n.e.c, containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals; not light oils and preparations
- 271020Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, containing biodiesel, not crude, not waste oils; preparations n.e.c, containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals
- 271091Waste Oils; of petroleum or obtained from bituminous minerals, not crude; and preparations n.e.c., weight 70% or preparations of the same, containing polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), polychorinated terphenyls (PCTs) or polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs)
- 271099Waste Oils; of petroleum or obtained from bituminous minerals, not crude and preparations n.e.c., weight 70% or preparations of the same, not containing polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), polychorinated terphenyls (PCTs) or polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs)