Methanol-Denatured Alcohol for Solvent Use from Japan
Ethyl alcohol denatured with methanol for use as a paint thinner and solvent in manufacturing. Falls under HTS 2207.20.00.90 for other denatured ethyl alcohol and spirits of any strength.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include US Treasury-approved denaturant formula on commercial invoice to prove non-beverage status
• Ship in bulk containers with clear labeling to prevent misclassification as potable spirits