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Methanol Denatured for BOD Reduction from Japan

Specially denatured methanol formulated for biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) reduction in wastewater treatment plants, classified under HTS 2905.11.20.15. This product serves as a carbon source for denitrifying bacteria while meeting chapter 29 purity standards for acyclic saturated monohydric alcohols. Denaturants ensure compliance with industrial use restrictions.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Declare denaturant type and percentage on commercial invoice; secure wastewater treatment plant end-user letters; avoid retail packaging that might trigger consumer product classification

Methanol Denatured for BOD Reduction from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2905.11.20.15