2710.12.15.14 - Reformulated

This classification, HTS Code 2710.12.15.14, specifically identifies unleaded gasoline intended for use as motor fuel, excluding leaded variants. It encompasses finished gasoline products that meet the stringent requirements for modern internal combustion engines, characterized by their octane rating, vapor pressure, and additive packages designed for optimal performance and emission control. The "Reformulated" designation within this code implies that the product has undergone specific blending processes to meet environmental regulations and performance standards beyond basic unleaded gasoline.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 2710.12.15.19 "Other," is crucial. While the latter would capture any unleaded gasoline that does not meet the specific reformulated criteria, 2710.12.15.14 precisely targets those gasoline formulations engineered for enhanced environmental compliance and improved engine operation, often reflecting regional or national mandates. This may include specific oxygenate content, reduced aromaticity, or lower sulfur levels.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS classification, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the focus for accurate classification rests on identifying products that are explicitly designed and marketed as reformulated unleaded gasoline for motor vehicle engines. Importers and exporters should ensure that their product documentation clearly specifies compliance with relevant reformulated gasoline standards or specifications to support this precise classification.