HS Code for Jet A-1 Aviation Fuel (HS 2710.19)
Jet A-1 is the global commercial aviation turbine fuel spec (DEF STAN 91-091, ASTM D1655). HS 2710.19 covers all kerosene-range distillates including Jet fuel. Priced on Platts MOPS (Singapore) and CIF NWE. Under EU ReFuelEU Aviation, SAF blending is mandatory from 2025 (2% minimum, rising to 70% by 2050).
Sample 6-digit codes
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 2710.19 | Other petroleum oils (includes jet kerosene) |
| 2710.12 | Light oils (context: aviation gasoline) |
| 3826.00 | Biodiesel and mixtures (context: SAF blending component) |
Typical import duty by market
| Market | Duty |
|---|---|
| European Union | 0% MFN 0%; ReFuelEU Aviation SAF mandate from 2025. |
| United States | USD 5.25/bbl equivalent Refinery petroleum products duty. |
| India | 0% Various state taxes on ATF. |
| UAE | 0% 5% VAT applies on domestic sale. |
Numerical Example: 20,000 MT Jet A-1, FOB Singapore USD 800/MT, CIF Rotterdam ARA hub
20,000 MT Jet A-1, FOB Singapore USD 800/MT, CIF Rotterdam ARA hub. Run your own numbers in the Import Duty & Tax calculator.
- · DEF STAN 91-091 (UK MoD) - global Jet A-1 spec.
- · ASTM D1655 - US Jet A / Jet A-1 spec.
- · IATA Guidance Material for Aviation Turbine Fuel Specifications.
- · JIG (Joint Inspection Group) standards - fuel quality control at airport storage / refuelling.
- · EU ReFuelEU Aviation Regulation 2023/2405 - SAF blend mandate.
- · CORSIA - ICAO offsetting scheme for international aviation emissions.
- · Middle East (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait)
- · Singapore
- · South Korea
- · USA (Gulf Coast)
- · India (Reliance)
Frequently asked questions
Jet A is used only in the US - freeze point max -40degC. Jet A-1 is global - freeze point max -47degC. Both are ~99% identical otherwise. Cross-border international aviation uses Jet A-1.
Sustainable Aviation Fuel - synthetic paraffinic kerosene from HEFA (hydroprocessed esters and fatty acids), ATJ (alcohol-to-jet), FT-SPK (Fischer-Tropsch), or PtL (Power-to-Liquid). ASTM D7566 certifies drop-in blends up to 50% (some pathways). Same HS code as Jet A-1 when blended.
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.