Methanol with 0.1% Stabilizer
Methanol containing 0.1% polymerization inhibitor stabilizer for safe transport in chemical processing. Per Chapter 29 Note 1(f), methanol with a stabilizer necessary for preservation or transport is classifiable under tariff item 2905.11.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is not methanol.
Other saturated monohydric alcohols are classified here.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing the stabilizer content and its purpose
• Ensure the stabilizer is necessary for preservation or transport
• Check if the stabilizer affects the methanol's classification under other headings
Related Products under Tariff item 2905.11.00
Denatured Methanol Fuel for Marine Engines
Specially denatured methanol (SD methanol) formulated for use as fuel in auxiliary marine engines within synthetic fuel programs. It is a saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol, meeting the definition of methanol under heading 29.05.
Electronic-Grade Methanol
Ultra-high purity methanol (>99.999%) used for semiconductor cleaning and electronics manufacturing. This chemically defined methanol is classifiable under tariff item 2905.11.00 as a saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol.
Fuel-Grade Methanol for Power Generation
Fuel-grade methanol, denatured for direct combustion in gas turbines or stationary engines to generate energy. As a saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol, it is classifiable under tariff item 2905.11.00.
High-Purity Methanol for Fuel Cells
Ultra-high purity methanol (99.99%) intended for use in direct methanol fuel cells (DMFC) to generate electricity. This chemically defined methanol falls under tariff item 2905.11.00 as a saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol.
Industrial Grade Methanol
High-purity methanol used as a solvent in chemical manufacturing and as a feedstock for formaldehyde production. As a saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol, it falls under tariff item 2905.11.00.
Industrial Methanol for SNG Production
High-purity methanol imported for use in methanol-to-gasoline (MTG) processes or steam reforming to produce synthetic natural gas. As a chemically defined saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol, it is classifiable under tariff item 2905.11.00.