HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 2710.20 – Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, containing biodiesel, not crude, not waste oils; preparations n.e.c, containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals

HS code 2710.20 is the 6-digit subheading for petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, containing biodiesel, not crude, not waste oils, preparations n.e.c, containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals. It is used for B5 diesel (5% biodiesel), B20 diesel (20% biodiesel), B100 biodiesel blend, renewable diesel blend and bio-blended heating oil.

What HS 2710.20 covers

This HS code specifically covers petroleum oils and preparations that contain biodiesel, are not crude, and not waste oils, and contain 70% or more by weight of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals. This category primarily includes various blends of petroleum diesel with biodiesel (e.g., B5, B20, B100 blends). These products are increasingly traded as countries implement policies to reduce carbon emissions and promote renewable fuels. The presence of biodiesel makes these fuels more environmentally friendly, contributing to sustainability goals in transportation and heating. The trade is influenced by government mandates, tax incentives, and the availability of biodiesel feedstocks. Buyers are typically fuel distributors and end-users seeking to comply with environmental regulations.

Covers
  • B5 diesel (5% biodiesel)
  • B20 diesel (20% biodiesel)
  • B100 biodiesel blend
  • Renewable diesel blend
  • Bio-blended heating oil
  • Fatty acid methyl ester (FAME) blends
Examples
  • Neste MY Renewable Diesel
  • Renewable Energy Group (REG) Biodiesel
  • Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) Biodiesel Blends

Codes often confused with 2710.20

Common mistake. The key differentiator is the presence of biodiesel; it's often confused with pure petroleum diesel (2710.19) if the blend component is not declared or accurately identified.

2710.19Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not containing biodiesel, not crude, not waste oils; preparations n.e.c, containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals; not light oils and preparations

Top exporters and importers of HS code 271020, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 271020 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Austria, with 16% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Germany $3.3B
  2. 2 Netherlands $1.1B
  3. 3 United States $927M

World total: $10.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Austria $2.1B
  2. 2 Germany $2.0B
  3. 3 Poland $990M

World total: $12.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

How these figures are built

109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).

Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.

Brazil NCM code for 2710.20

Brazil does not split HS 2710.20: its NCM code is 2710.20.00.

  1. 2710.20.00 Petroleum oils and preparations with biodieselÓleos de petróleo ou de minerais betuminosos (exceto óleos brutos) e preparações não especificadas nem compreendidas noutras posições, que contenham, como constituintes básicos, 70 % ou mais, em peso, de óleos de petróleo ou de minerais betuminosos, que contenham biodiesel, exceto os resíduos de óleos

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 27.10 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 2710.20

What is HS code 271020?

HS code 271020 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, containing biodiesel, not crude, not waste oils; preparations n.e.c, containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals. This HS code specifically covers petroleum oils and preparations that contain biodiesel, are not crude, and not waste oils, and contain 70% or more by weight of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals. This category primarily includes various blends of petroleum diesel with biodiesel (e.g., B5, B20, B100 blends). These products are increasingly traded as countries implement policies to reduce carbon emissions and promote renewable fuels. The presence of biodiesel makes these fuels more environmentally friendly, contributing to sustainability goals in transportation and heating. The trade is influenced by government mandates, tax incentives, and the availability of biodiesel feedstocks. Buyers are typically fuel distributors and end-users seeking to comply with environmental regulations.

What products fall under HS code 271020?

B5 diesel (5% biodiesel), B20 diesel (20% biodiesel), B100 biodiesel blend, renewable diesel blend, bio-blended heating oil, fatty acid methyl ester (FAME) blends

What are common misclassifications for HS code 271020?

The key differentiator is the presence of biodiesel; it's often confused with pure petroleum diesel (2710.19) if the blend component is not declared or accurately identified.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 271020?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 271020 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($3.3B, 30% of world exports), the Netherlands ($1.1B) and the United States ($927M). World exports came to about $10.7B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 271020?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 271020 in UN Comtrade data were Austria ($2.1B, 16% of world imports), Germany ($2.0B) and Poland ($990M). World imports came to about $12.7B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

How is HS code 271020 structured?

HS code 271020 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (27) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (10) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 271020?

In Brazil, HS code 271020 is NCM 2710.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.