Technical Grade Methanol 99.5% from Japan
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 — 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
• 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