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2707.99.10.00 - Light oil 🖩

Details

FieldValue
Unit of Quantityliters
General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General)Free
Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special)N/A
Column 2 Rate of DutyFree
Quota QuantityN/A
Additional DutiesN/A
About Duty Rates: Rates are divided into Column 1 and Column 2. Column 1 is subdivided into General (normal trade relations rates for all countries not eligible for special programs) and Special (preferential rates for countries with free trade agreements or preference programs). Column 2 rates apply to products from Cuba, North Korea, Belarus, and Russia. When no special rate exists for a classification, General rates apply.

Overview

This HTS subheading, 2707.99.10.00, specifically covers "Light oil" that falls within the broader category of oils and other products derived from the distillation of high-temperature coal tar. These are aromatic hydrocarbon mixtures characterized by their lower boiling points and volatility compared to heavier fractions. The designation of "light oil" implies a specific boiling range and composition, differentiating it from other distilled coal tar products.

While other categories at this level, such as picolines (2707.99.20.00) and carbazole (2707.99.40.00), cover specific chemical compounds isolated from coal tar, and "Phenols" represents a distinct class of compounds, this "Light oil" category encompasses a broader mixture. It is for those distillates that are not specifically identified as picolines, carbazole of the specified purity, or phenols, but still meet the criteria of being derived from coal tar and having a high aromatic content.

As this subheading is a leaf node, it does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, the classification under 2707.99.10.00 hinges on whether a product fits the description of "Light oil" derived from coal tar distillation and is not classifiable under the more specific sibling subheadings. The classification will rely on the precise boiling range, chemical composition, and intended use characteristics that define it as distinct from other enumerated products.

Frequently Asked Questions

›What is HTS code 2707.99.10.00?
HTS code 2707.99.10.00 covers Light oil under the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. It falls under Chapter 27: Mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes.
›What products are classified under 2707.99.10.00?
This classification covers Light oil. It is a subcategory of Other: (2707.99).
›What is the import duty rate for 2707.99.10.00?
The general rate of duty for HTS 2707.99.10.00 is Free. The Column 2 rate is Free.
›What unit of quantity is used for 2707.99.10.00?
Imports under HTS 2707.99.10.00 are measured in liters.

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