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
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If blended with essences or flavorings
Addition of flavorings or essences shifts classification to 'spirituous beverages' under 2208, even for nonbeverage end use.
If chemically denatured or mixed with non-alcohol solvents
Denatured ethyl alcohol or alcohol-based mixtures fall under Chapter 38 as chemical preparations.
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
Related Products under HTS 2207.10.60.90
96% Ethanol USP Grade
Undenatured ethanol meeting United States Pharmacopeia standards, with 96% alcohol by volume, intended for pharmaceutical manufacturing and laboratory research as a solvent and disinfectant base. Falls under HTS 2207.10.60.90 for undenatured ethyl alcohol ≥80% vol for nonbeverage purposes, distinguished from beverage-grade spirits.
Rectified Neutral Spirit 92% ABV
Rectified spirit produced by multiple distillations to achieve 92% alcoholic strength by volume, undenatured, used in cosmetics formulation and flavor extraction industries. HTS 2207.10.60.90 applies to this nonbeverage ethyl alcohol over 80% vol, separate from potable spirits.
Industrial Denatured Ethanol Alternative - Undenatured 94%
94% vol undenatured ethyl alcohol for nonbeverage manufacturing processes like ink production and cleaning solvents, meeting strict non-potable specifications. Classified in 2207.10.60.90 as 'other' undenatured ethyl alcohol ≥80% vol for nonbeverage uses.
High-Proof Extraction Alcohol 88% Vol
Undenatured 88% ABV ethyl alcohol specifically for herbal extractions in botanical processing and tincture production for non-potable supplements. HTS 2207.10.60.90 covers this as undenatured ≥80% vol ethyl alcohol for nonbeverage industrial purposes.