95% Pure Grain Neutral Spirits

High-purity undenatured ethyl alcohol derived from fermented grain, with an alcoholic strength exceeding 80% vol, used primarily for nonbeverage industrial applications such as solvent extraction and pharmaceutical processing. Classified under HTS 2207.10.60.90 as undenatured ethyl alcohol of 80% vol or higher for nonbeverage purposes, excluding specific distilled spirits like rum or gin.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.5%+35.0%37.5%
🇲🇽Mexico2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇨🇦Canada2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇩🇪Germany2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇯🇵Japan2.5%+10.0%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2208.90.01.00Lower: 17.5% vs 37.5%

If blended with essences or flavorings

Addition of flavorings or essences shifts classification to 'spirituous beverages' under 2208, even for nonbeverage end use.

3823Lower: 12.4% vs 37.5%

If chemically denatured or mixed with non-alcohol solvents

Denatured ethyl alcohol or alcohol-based mixtures fall under Chapter 38 as chemical preparations.

2207.10Same rate: 37.5%

If imported from Canada under USMCA

Preferential treatment for Canadian-origin ethyl alcohol of 80%+ vol moves to separate subheading with potentially lower duties.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify alcoholic strength by volume at 20°C exceeds 80% with lab certification to confirm nonbeverage classification

Provide end-use statement declaring nonbeverage purposes (e.g

industrial solvent) to avoid beverage duty rates

Calculate duties on proof liter basis; ensure accurate proof measurement at 15.56°C to prevent CBP adjustments