C1-C3 Alcohol Fuel Additive from Japan
Methanol/ethanol/isopropanol blend as octane booster and oxygenate for gasoline. HTS 3824.99.9310 covers such C11-lower monohydric alcohol mixtures for chemical industries.
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
• ASTM D4806 blend specs certification required
• Avoid 'gasoline' labeling—declare as additive for 3824
• RVP vapor pressure testing prevents petroleum misclassification