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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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