Industrial Methanol for SNG Production from Germany
High-purity methanol (CH3OH) imported specifically for methanol-to-gasoline (MTG) processes or steam reforming to produce synthetic natural gas (SNG). It falls under HTS 2905.11.10.00 due to its classification as saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol restricted to fuel production uses per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Obtain and submit IRS or DOE end-use certificate verifying use in SNG production or direct fuel application
• Maintain detailed records of methanol consumption in approved processes to avoid duty reassessment
• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring for non-fuel uses, which shifts to HTS 2905.11.20.00