Floating Methanol Plant Export-Grade Product from China
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 — China → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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