Methanol AR (Analytical Reagent) from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include ACS/AR specification certificate; lab-grade methanol requires proof of analytical purity for correct classification
• Label containers with 'For Laboratory Use Only' to prevent reclassification as general industrial chemical
• Verify stabilizer content <0.1%; added stabilizers must meet chapter note 1(f) for preservation only, not specific use