High-Purity Methanol for Fuel Cells from Japan
99.99% pure methanol for direct methanol fuel cells (DMFC) generating electricity equivalent to SNG energy content. Classified under HTS 2905.11.10.00 for its fuel application as saturated monohydric alcohol.
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
• Specify fuel cell grade (AA grade) in import documentation with impurity specs
• Partner with fuel cell OEMs for bonded warehouse delivery verification
• Prevent contamination during transit; even trace impurities affect cell performance