Denatured Ethanol Home Heating Fuel from Japan
Denatured high-strength ethanol for biofuel home heaters and stoves, alcoholic strength by volume ≥80%. HTS 2207.20.00.10 covers this as fuel-use denatured spirits, distinct from lamp oils.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Label clearly as heating fuel to avoid consumer product regs
• Include flash point and safety data
• Pitfall: small container imports may face EPA pesticide oversight if denaturant questioned