Methanol Feedstock for Aldehyde Manufacturing from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Use CBP Form 3461 with detailed end-use statements linking to aldehyde process IDs
• Monitor for methanol's VOC emissions reporting under EPA import requirements