HS Code for Gasoil / Diesel EN590 (HS 2710.19)
EN590 is the European standard for automotive diesel: max 10 ppm sulphur (ULSD), min 51 cetane, defined density and CFPP grade. HS 2710.19 covers all middle-distillate gasoils. Priced on ICE Low Sulphur Gasoil Futures and Platts CIF NWE / Med.
Sample 6-digit codes
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 2710.12 | Light oils - gasoline / naphtha |
| 2710.19 | Other petroleum oils - includes gasoil / diesel / fuel oil |
| 2710.20 | Petroleum oils containing biodiesel (blended) |
Typical import duty by market
| Market | Duty |
|---|---|
| European Union | 0% Excise duty separate - varies by MS; minimum EUR 330/1000L. |
| United States | USD 5.25/bbl equivalent Or approx 0.4 c/l refinery petroleum-products duty. |
| India | 0% But road cess + state VAT/tax component significant. |
| Nigeria | 0% Historic subsidy regime being reformed. |
Numerical Example: 30,000 MT EN590 gasoil, FOB Sikka USD 720/MT (approx USD 96/bbl), CIF Rotterdam
30,000 MT EN590 gasoil, FOB Sikka USD 720/MT (approx USD 96/bbl), CIF Rotterdam. Run your own numbers in the Import Duty & Tax calculator.
- · IMDG Code UN 1202 - Class 3 flammable liquid.
- · EN 590 - EU quality spec: 10 ppm S, 51 cetane, density 820-845 kg/m3.
- · US ASTM D975 grade 2-D S15 - equivalent US ULSD spec.
- · RED II / RED III (EU) - renewable content mandate (blend with FAME / HVO).
- · Russian origin: EU ban on Russian refined products since Feb 2023, G7 price cap USD 100/bbl on diesel.
- · Middle East (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait)
- · USA (Gulf Coast)
- · Russia (sanctioned trade)
- · India (Reliance, Nayara)
- · South Korea, Singapore
Frequently asked questions
Both are 10 ppm sulphur. EN590 is the specific European fuel-quality standard. ULSD (Ultra Low Sulphur Diesel) is the US grade under ASTM D975 S15. Cetane, density, and cold-flow spec differ slightly.
G7 shipowners, insurers, and financiers may only service Russian oil / product cargoes sold at or below the cap (USD 60/bbl crude; USD 100/bbl premium products including diesel; USD 45/bbl discount products). Enforcement via attestations from traders and insurers.
Import duty and tax by destination market
Typical MFN duty, consumption tax and the tax base applied to energy (HS 2710.19) in each market we cover. Rates are indicative at the 6-digit line | confirm the national 8/10-digit code with your broker.
| Market | Duty | Consumption tax | Tax base | Tax as % of CIF |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | 5% | IGST 18% | Assessable value + duty | 24.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | 0% | VAT 5% | CIF + duty | 5.0% |
| Saudi Arabia | 0% | VAT 15% | CIF + duty | 15.0% |
| Singapore | 0% | GST 9% | CIF + duty | 9.0% |
| China | 0% | VAT 13% | CIF + duty | 13.0% |
| United States | 0% | Federal VAT 0% | CIF | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | 0% | VAT 20% | CIF + duty | 20.0% |
| Germany | 0% | USt 19% | CIF + duty | 19.0% |
| Netherlands | 0% | BTW 21% | CIF + duty | 21.0% |
| Vietnam | 0% | VAT 10% | CIF + duty | 10.0% |
| Türkiye | 0% | KDV 20% | CIF + duty | 20.0% |
| Japan | 0% | JCT 10% | CIF + duty | 10.0% |
| South Korea | 0% | VAT 10% | CIF + duty | 10.0% |
| Brazil | 0% | IPI+PIS/COFINS+ICMS 32% | CIF + duty | 32.0% |
| Indonesia | 0% | PPN 11% | CIF + duty | 13.5% |
| Mexico | 0% | IVA 16% | CIF + duty | 16.9% |
| Egypt | 0% | VAT 14% | CIF + duty | 14.0% |
| Nigeria | 0% | VAT 7.5% | CIF + duty | 9.1% |
| South Africa | 0% | VAT 15% | Assessable value + duty | 16.5% |
| Australia | 0% | GST 10% | CIF + duty | 10.0% |
Run your own numbers with the landed cost calculator or check documentation requirements in the LC document checklist.