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What is Nontaxable Use of Undyed Kerosene
under Schedule C Claim of Form 720?

Nontaxable use of undyed kerosene refers to situations where undyed kerosene, not used in aviation, is used for specific, IRS-approved purposes that are exempt from federal excise tax. To qualify for this exemption, the kerosene must meet IRS criteria and be properly documented when claimed on Form 720 Schedule C.

Form 720 Claim Rate:
  • Nontaxable use (Line 4a) is eligible for a claim at $0.243 per gallon.
  • Use in certain intercity and local buses (Line 4b) is eligible for a claim at $0.17 per gallon.
  • Use on a farm for farming purposes (Line 4c) is eligible for a claim at $0.243 per gallon.
  • Exported (Line 4d) is eligible for a claim at $0.244 per gallon.
  • Nontaxable use taxed at $0.044 (Line 4e) is eligible for a claim at $0.043 per gallon.
  • Nontaxable use taxed at $0.219 (Line 4f) is eligible for a claim at $0.218 per gallon.

When You Are Eligible to Claim Nontaxable Use of Undyed Kerosene (Other Than Kerosene Used in Aviation)

You are eligible to claim the nontaxable use of undyed kerosene if it was used during
the claim period for one of the following allowable purposes:

Type of Use 2

Off-highway business use (business use of kerosene other than in a highway vehicle registered or required to be registered for highway use), excluding use in mobile machinery and personal use or use in a motorboat.

Type of Use 6

Kerosene used in a qualified local bus.

Type of Use 7

Kerosene used in a bus transporting students and employees of schools (school buses).

Type of Use 8

Kerosene used other than as a fuel in the propulsion engine of a train or diesel-powered highway vehicle, including use as heating oil and use in a motorboat.

Type of Use 12

Kerosene used in a highway vehicle owned by the United States that isn’t used on a highway.

Additionally, for line 4a, the kerosene must have been used during the claim period for Type of Use 2, 6, 7, 8, or 12. For exported undyed kerosene, refer to "Exported taxable fuel" earlier.

Note - For lines 4e and 4f, the kerosene must have been used during the claim period for Type of Use 2.

How to Claim Your Nontaxable Use of Undyed Kerosene

STEP 1
Provide Business and Tax Information
Begin by entering your business name, address, Employer Identification Number (EIN), and contact details. Choose the appropriate category for your filing and fill in relevant information such as the quantity of undyed kerosene used, tax date, and any other applicable details.
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STEP 2
Select Your Eligible Claims
Choose the Nontaxable Use of Undyed Kerosene category that applies to your claim. If you have any supporting documents, you can upload them at this stage to ensure your claim is accurate and complete.
STEP 3
Review Tax Adjustment and Payment
The system will automatically calculate the tax amount based on the claim details provided. Any necessary adjustments will be applied, and you can proceed with the payment to finalize your claim submission.
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