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Technical Grade Methanol 99.5% from Germany

Technical grade methanol (99.5% purity) used in paint thinners, windshield washer fluid, and adhesive manufacturing. HTS 2905.11.20 classification as 'other' saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol; chemically defined per chapter 29 with allowable impurities not affecting principal characteristics.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

Import Tips

Submit gas chromatography (GC) analysis showing methanol ≥99.5% to distinguish from lower-grade mixtures

Bulk imports >1000L require IMDG/49CFR hazardous material declarations with proper flash point documentation

Technical Grade Methanol 99.5% from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2905.11.20