Electronic-Grade Methanol

Ultra-high purity methanol (>99.999%) for semiconductor cleaning and electronics manufacturing. HTS 2905.11.20 classification as chemically defined acyclic alcohol; electronic grade distinguished by particle and metal impurity specs, not chemical composition.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina5.5%+35.0%40.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3818.00.00Higher: 50% vs 40.5%

If photoresist stripper formulation

Methanol in semiconductor cleaning preparations classified as chemical elements for electronics, not pure alcohols.

2905.19.90Lower: 38.7% vs 40.5%

If alloyed with other monohydric alcohols

Electronic cleaning blends with propanol/ethanol classified as other saturated monohydric alcohols.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 40.5%

If >2% surfactant additives

Cleaning preparations with functional additives exceed pure methanol definition of chapter 29.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข ICP-MS metal analysis (<1ppb) and particle count (<50/ml) certificates mandatory for electronic grade verification

โ€ข Special cleanroom double-bagging required; standard packaging causes reclassification as technical grade

โ€ข Declare 'not for potable use'; electronics methanol with food-grade confusion risks health regulation scrutiny

Related Products under HTS 2905.11.20

Industrial Grade Methanol

High-purity methanol (CH3OH) used as a solvent in chemical manufacturing and as a feedstock for formaldehyde production. Classified under HTS 2905.11.20 as a saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol, specifically 'other' methanol not covered by higher purity pharmaceutical grades. Meets chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined organic compounds.

Methanol AR (Analytical Reagent)

Analytical reagent grade methanol with >99.8% purity for laboratory use in chromatography and spectroscopy. Falls under HTS 2905.11.20 as 'other' methanol, a chemically defined saturated monohydric alcohol per chapter 29 note 1(a). Distinguished from USP/pharmaceutical grades by intended laboratory rather than medicinal application.

Methanol with 0.1% Stabilizer

Methanol containing 0.1% polymerization inhibitor stabilizer for safe transport in chemical processing. Properly classified HTS 2905.11.20 per chapter note 1(f) as stabilizer-added acyclic alcohol necessary for preservation, not rendering it suitable for specific use.

Pharma-Grade Methanol Precursor

High-purity methanol used as reaction solvent/intermediate in pharmaceutical API synthesis. HTS 2905.11.20 as 'other' methanol; chemically defined organic compound per chapter notes, distinguished from USP grade by manufacturing rather than final medicinal use.

Methanol for Biodiesel Production

Technical methanol specifically for transesterification in biodiesel manufacturing from vegetable oils. Classified HTS 2905.11.20 as pure saturated monohydric alcohol; meets chapter 29 purity standards despite dedicated end-use.

Methanol with Anti-Dusting Agent

Methanol containing trace anti-dusting agent for safe powder handling in pesticide manufacturing. Properly classified HTS 2905.11.20 per chapter note 1(g) as identification/safety additive not rendering it suitable for specific use.