Methanol-Based Foundry Binder

A chemical preparation used as a binder in foundry molds, consisting primarily of methanol (C1 alcohol) mixed with resins for core strength. It falls under HTS 3824.99.9310 as a mixture of acyclic monohydric unsubstituted alcohols containing only C11 or lower alcohols, specifically methanol. This classification applies to such preparations not elsewhere specified in chemical products.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+35.0%40%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪Germany5%+10.0%15%
🇯🇵Japan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

3824.30.00.00Lower: 38.6% vs 40%

If used primarily as a non-agglomerating anti-dusting agent

Foundry preparations specifically for anti-dusting shift to subheading 3824.30, separate from general chemical mixtures.

3405.90.00.00Lower: 35% vs 40%

If contains significant soap or surface-active content

Mixtures with polishing/scouring preparations move to Chapter 34 if they function as polishes rather than pure alcohol mixtures.

3816.00.20Lower: 38% vs 40%

If for refractory cements/mortars with alcohol binders

Binders integral to refractory compositions classify under 3816 as completed refractory products, not separate mixtures.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify alcohol chain length via lab analysis (GC-MS) to confirm only C11 or lower alcohols for 3824.99.9310 classification

Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and composition certificates; EPA may require TSCA pre-notice for new chemical mixtures

Avoid misclassification as solvents (2710) by proving foundry binder end-use with technical specs

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