Floating Methanol Plant Export-Grade Product from Canada
Export specification methanol (99.85% purity) produced from natural gas on floating methanol production units (FMPUs) operating in foreign offshore waters. Specifically covered by HTS 9817.29.02 due to unique maritime production method. Used in global petrochemical supply chains.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Export certificate from producing flag state verifying high seas operation required
• Purity documentation prevents reclassification as industrial mixtures
• Quarterly production reports may be requested for statistical reporting