Industrial Fuel Ethanol Denatured from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
11.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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