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Bulk Formaldehyde Railcar Grade

Commodity-grade 37% formaldehyde shipped by railcar for particleboard manufacturing. HTS 2912.11.00.00 for large volume methanal solution imports meeting Chapter 29 aqueous solution criteria.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.8%+35.0%37.8%
🇲🇽Mexico2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇨🇦Canada2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇩🇪Germany2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇯🇵Japan2.8%+10.0%12.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

2909.49Lower: 15.5% vs 37.8%

If acetal derivatives present

Formaldehyde polymerization products with acetal functions classify under later oxygen-function aldehyde headings.

2710.12.15Lower: 25% vs 37.8%

If light oil stabilizer fractions

If stabilizer hydrocarbons exceed aqueous solution definition, may classify as petroleum distillates.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• DOT 103/105W tank car certification with AAR specifications required

• Volume averaging certificates for customs valuation on bulk liquids

• Inland rail bonds needed for US destination deliveries

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