Methanol with Denatonium Benzoate Tracer from China
Methanol containing trace denatonium benzoate (bittering agent) for safety identification per chapter note 2(g). Used in industrial applications where accidental ingestion prevention required. Remains classified HTS 2905.11.20.85 as addition doesn't render suitable for specific use.
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
• Document bittering agent <50 ppm concentration to qualify under safety addition note 2(g)
• Specify 'added for identification/safety' not performance modification
• Include safety data verifying non-specific use suitability