Methanol with 0.1% Added Stabilizer from Japan
Technical grade methanol containing 0.1% stabilizer for safe transport and storage, used in paint and coating industries. Falls under HTS 2905.11.20.85 per chapter note 2(f) allowing stabilizers necessary for preservation without changing essential character.
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
• Document stabilizer type and concentration (<1%) to qualify under chapter note 2(f) allowance
• Specify stabilizer purpose as 'preservation/transport' not performance enhancement
• Test for stabilizer rendering product suitable for specific use to avoid chapter 38 reclassification