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Denatured Methanol Fuel for Marine Engines from Japan

Specially denatured methanol (SD methanol) for auxiliary marine engines in synthetic fuel programs. HTS 2905.11.10.00 applies as saturated acyclic alcohol imported for direct fuel use in SNG-equivalent applications.

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

• Comply with MARPOL Annex VI sulfur regulations for methanol fuel blends

• Include denaturant analysis certificates from TTB-approved labs

• Avoid retail packaging which may trigger consumer product classification