Imported for use in chemical production, including production of aldehydes, plastics, olefins and resins
Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives: > Saturated monohydric alcohols: > Methanol (Methyl alcohol): > Other > Imported for use in chemical production, including production of aldehydes, plastics, olefins and resins
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)
Products classified under HTS 2905.11.20.10
Chemical-Grade Methanol for Olefin Synthesis
Methanol imported for methanol-to-olefins (MTO) processes converting it to ethylene and propylene via zeolite catalysts. This use fits HTS 2905.11.20.10's specification for olefin production, as a pure acyclic alcohol under Chapter 29 notes. Essential feedstock for petrochemical plastics manufacturing.
Technical Methanol for UPR Resin Production
Technical methanol used in synthesizing unsaturated polyester resins (UPR) for marine and construction composites. HTS 2905.11.20.10 covers its import for resin production as a pure saturated acyclic alcohol per Chapter 29. Purity around 99.9% for esterification.
Industrial Grade Methanol for Resin Production
High-purity methanol (CH3OH) imported specifically for use in the chemical production of formaldehyde-based resins like urea-formaldehyde and phenolic resins. This saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol falls under HTS 2905.11.20.10 due to its designated end-use in resin manufacturing, distinguishing it from other methanol grades. It meets chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined organic compounds used in industrial synthesis.
Methanol for Formaldehyde Production
Technical-grade methanol destined for catalytic oxidation processes to produce formaldehyde, a key aldehyde intermediate. Classified under 2905.11.20.10 as it's imported explicitly for aldehyde production, aligning with Chapter 29's scope for acyclic saturated monohydric alcohols in chemical synthesis. Purity typically 99.85% to ensure reaction efficiency.
Methanol for Acrylic Plastics Manufacturing
High-spec methanol used as a solvent and methylating agent in the production of acrylic resins and plastics like PMMA. Falls under 2905.11.20.10 for its role in plastics production, as a chemically defined saturated monohydric alcohol per Chapter 29. Typically supplied in ISO tanks for bulk chemical use.
Purified Methanol for Polyester Resin Synthesis
Ultra-pure methanol (99.99%) imported for esterification reactions producing unsaturated polyester resins used in composites. Classified in 2905.11.20.10 due to its chemical production role in resins, fitting Chapter 29's acyclic alcohol provisions. Critical for fiberglass-reinforced plastics.
Methanol Feedstock for Aldehyde Manufacturing
Bulk methanol for partial oxidation to acetaldehyde or other aldehydes in chemical plants. This statistical classification 2905.11.20.10 applies due to its explicit aldehyde production import purpose under Chapter 29 acyclic alcohols. Supplied in dedicated chemical tankers.