Bioethanol E100 Fuel Alcohol from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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