Methanol for Acrylic Plastics Manufacturing from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document with affidavits from importers stating plastics production end-use to secure this tariff line
• Ensure UN1263 labeling for methanol as a flammable liquid Class 3 hazardous material