2710.99.21.00 - Wastes of kerosene or naphthas

This HTS category, 2710.99.21.00, specifically classifies "Wastes of kerosene or naphthas." It encompasses discarded or used materials that were originally kerosene or naphtha, or derived from these light petroleum distillates. This can include spent solvents, cleaning residues, or any other form of waste that retains a significant proportion of kerosene or naphtha. The key criterion for inclusion is the presence of kerosene or naphtha as the primary constituent of the waste product.

It is crucial to distinguish this category from its siblings. Unlike "Wastes of distillate and residual fuel oils" or "Wastes of lubricating oils and greases," this classification focuses exclusively on waste materials originating from kerosene and naphtha fractions. Furthermore, it differs from "Wastes of motor fuel or of motor fuel blending stock" by excluding materials intended for or derived from gasoline or diesel, even if there might be some overlap in their initial distillation. The "Other" categories at this level are too broad, and this subcategory provides the necessary specificity for these particular waste streams.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification into 2710.99.21.00 relies on a careful analysis of the waste product's origin and composition, confirming that kerosene or naphtha are the predominant components. This ensures accurate accounting and proper trade facilitation for these specific types of petroleum-derived waste.