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Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives: > Saturated monohydric alcohols: > Methanol (Methyl alcohol): > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Subheadings
Products classified under HTS 2905.11.20
Industrial Grade Methanol
High-purity methanol (CH3OH) used as a solvent in chemical manufacturing and as a feedstock for formaldehyde production. Classified under HTS 2905.11.20 as a saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol, specifically 'other' methanol not covered by higher purity pharmaceutical grades. Meets chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined organic compounds.
Methanol AR (Analytical Reagent)
Analytical reagent grade methanol with >99.8% purity for laboratory use in chromatography and spectroscopy. Falls under HTS 2905.11.20 as 'other' methanol, a chemically defined saturated monohydric alcohol per chapter 29 note 1(a). Distinguished from USP/pharmaceutical grades by intended laboratory rather than medicinal application.
Methanol with 0.1% Stabilizer
Methanol containing 0.1% polymerization inhibitor stabilizer for safe transport in chemical processing. Properly classified HTS 2905.11.20 per chapter note 1(f) as stabilizer-added acyclic alcohol necessary for preservation, not rendering it suitable for specific use.
Pharma-Grade Methanol Precursor
High-purity methanol used as reaction solvent/intermediate in pharmaceutical API synthesis. HTS 2905.11.20 as 'other' methanol; chemically defined organic compound per chapter notes, distinguished from USP grade by manufacturing rather than final medicinal use.
Methanol for Biodiesel Production
Technical methanol specifically for transesterification in biodiesel manufacturing from vegetable oils. Classified HTS 2905.11.20 as pure saturated monohydric alcohol; meets chapter 29 purity standards despite dedicated end-use.
Electronic-Grade Methanol
Ultra-high purity methanol (>99.999%) for semiconductor cleaning and electronics manufacturing. HTS 2905.11.20 classification as chemically defined acyclic alcohol; electronic grade distinguished by particle and metal impurity specs, not chemical composition.
Methanol with Anti-Dusting Agent
Methanol containing trace anti-dusting agent for safe powder handling in pesticide manufacturing. Properly classified HTS 2905.11.20 per chapter note 1(g) as identification/safety additive not rendering it suitable for specific use.
Methanol Dissolved in Water (50%)
50% methanol aqueous solution for chemical reaction medium and cleaning applications. Classifiable HTS 2905.11.20 per chapter note 1(d) as methanol product dissolved in water, maintaining chemical identity as principal component.
Technical Grade Methanol 99.5%
Technical grade methanol (99.5% purity) used in paint thinners, windshield washer fluid, and adhesive manufacturing. HTS 2905.11.20 classification as 'other' saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol; chemically defined per chapter 29 with allowable impurities not affecting principal characteristics.
Methanol Transport Stabilized Solution
Methanol in non-aqueous solvent with transport stabilizer per chapter note 1(e), used in polymer manufacturing. HTS 2905.11.20 classification maintained as safety/transport preparation not suitable for specific end-use.