Denatured Ethanol for Industrial Cleaning

Denatured ethyl alcohol with added methanol to render it unfit for beverage use, used in industrial cleaning solvents. Classified under HTS 2207.20.00.90 as denatured spirits of any strength, distinct from undenatured ethyl alcohol over 80% vol. in 2207.10.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.9%+17.5%19.4%
🇲🇽Mexico1.9%+10.0%11.9%
🇨🇦Canada1.9%+10.0%11.9%
🇩🇪Germany1.9%+10.0%11.9%
🇯🇵Japan1.9%+10.0%11.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

2207.10.60Higher: 37.5% vs 19.4%

If not denatured or alcoholic strength >=80% vol

Undenatured ethyl alcohol of 80% vol or higher falls under 2207.10, attracting different duty rates per proof liter.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 19.4%

If sold as formulated solvent mixture with >50% denatured alcohol

Prepared chemical preparations or mixtures containing denatured alcohol are classified in Chapter 38 as chemical products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide laboratory certification confirming denaturation agents and alcoholic strength to avoid reclassification as undenatured ethyl alcohol

Declare proof accurately as duties are assessed per proof liter; test at 15.56°C per US notes

Avoid common pitfall of insufficient denaturant documentation, which can lead to seizure or higher duties