Industrial Fuel Ethanol Denatured from Japan
Denatured ethanol formulated for stationary fuel cells and industrial burners, alcoholic strength ≥80% vol. It qualifies under HTS 2207.20.00.10 as denatured spirits for fuel applications, not general industrial cleaning.
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
• Document intended use in industrial fuel systems with buyer contracts
• Use TTB-approved denaturants
• Pitfall: end-use ambiguity may lead to solvent classification and excise taxes