Bioethanol E100 Fuel Alcohol from Germany
Fermentation-derived bioethanol at 99.5% purity for use as a complete vehicle fuel (E100) or high-blend biofuel. It qualifies for HTS 2207.10.60.10 as undenatured ethyl alcohol ≥80% vol. intended solely for fuel applications in nonbeverage contexts. Sustainability certifications often accompany these imports.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide biomass feedstock origin docs for RFS compliance; common issue is unverified sustainability claims leading to duty disputes
• Use ISCC or equivalent certification for EU-sourced bioethanol to streamline CBP review
• Avoid bulk shipments without dedicated fuel storage declarations to prevent misclassification