Fuel-Grade Methanol for Power Generation from China
Denatured methanol formulated for direct combustion in gas turbines or stationary engines producing synthetic natural gas equivalent energy. Classified under 2905.11.10.00 as it's a saturated monohydric alcohol imported solely for fuel applications per HTS restrictions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include technical specs confirming fuel suitability and secure fuel-use permits from energy authorities
• Segregate storage tanks for fuel methanol to prevent commingling with chemical-grade stock
• Monitor for denaturant levels; insufficient additives may trigger reclassification