Grain Neutral Spirits Fuel Ethanol from Japan
Rectified grain neutral spirits at 95% ABV diverted for fuel use in high-performance racing fuels. Falls under HTS 2207.10.60.10 as undenatured ethyl alcohol ≥80% vol. for fuel, distinct from potable GNS. High distillation purity minimizes impurities.
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
• Distinguish from beverage GNS with fuel-only invoices; TTB approval needed for diversion
• Test for congeners to confirm fuel-grade specs
• Small volume imports may qualify for 9811.00.20 sample entry