HTS Chapter 27 — Mineral Fuels, Oils Tariff Rates (2026)

Encompasses crude petroleum, natural gas, coal, coke, petroleum products, and bituminous substances used for energy and industrial purposes.

Rate Overview

0.5%

Avg MFN Rate

10%

Section 122

N/A

Section 232

7.5-100%

Section 301 (China)

Key Headings in Chapter 27

HTS Code	Description	MFN Rate	Sec 232	Sec 301
2709	Crude petroleum oils	5.25 cents/bbl	N/A	N/A
2710	Petroleum oils, refined	5.25 cents/bbl	N/A	N/A
2711	Natural gas	Free	N/A	N/A
2701	Coal and solid fuels from coal	Free	N/A	N/A
2713	Petroleum coke and bitumen	Free	N/A	N/A

Common Products

Crude petroleumNatural gasCoalGasolineDiesel fuelJet fuelPetroleum cokeLiquefied propane

Chapter 27 of the HTS — Mineral Fuels, Oils — is among the most tariff-impacted categories in US trade. Encompasses crude petroleum, natural gas, coal, coke, petroleum products, and bituminous substances used for energy and industrial purposes. The average MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for products in this chapter is 0.5%. Individual rates vary significantly within the chapter, ranging from duty-free to well above the average. In addition to MFN rates, all imports face the 10% Section 122 tariff (effective February 24, 2026, expiring approximately July 24, 2026). Chinese imports in this chapter face additional Section 301 tariffs ranging from 7.5% to 100%, depending on the specific product classification. Common products in this chapter include Crude petroleum, Natural gas, Coal, Gasoline, Diesel fuel, Jet fuel, Petroleum coke, Liquefied propane. Related HTS chapters include Chapter 25, Chapter 26, Chapter 29, Chapter 38, which cover similar or complementary product categories.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average tariff rate for HTS Chapter 27 (Mineral Fuels, Oils)?

The average MFN duty rate for mineral fuels, oils is 0.5%. All imports also face the 10% Section 122 tariff. Chinese imports may face additional Section 301 tariffs.

What products are in HTS Chapter 27?

Chapter 27 covers mineral fuels, oils, including Crude petroleum, Natural gas, Coal, Gasoline, Diesel fuel. Related chapters include Chapter 25, Chapter 26, Chapter 29, Chapter 38.

Are mineral fuels, oils subject to Section 232 or Section 301 tariffs?

Section 232 tariffs generally do not apply to products in this chapter. Chinese imports in this chapter face Section 301 tariffs of 7.5-100%.