Methanol for Formaldehyde Production from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Submit letters of intent or purchase orders from chemical plants specifying formaldehyde production to justify this HTS classification
• Comply with DOT hazardous material regulations for bulk methanol shipments, including proper UN-approved packaging