Denatured Ethanol Fuel Blendstock E85 from Japan
High-purity denatured ethyl alcohol from Panama, specifically formulated for blending into E85 fuel (85% ethanol, 15% gasoline). This product meets ASTM D4806 specifications for fuel ethanol and is imported under HTS 9822.09.24 as goods of Panama for fuel use. Denaturation ensures it qualifies for preferential tariff treatment while preventing beverage misuse.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify Panama origin documentation per general note 35 and denaturation certificate proving fuel use suitability
• Include end-use statement confirming fuel blending or mixture production; common pitfall is missing ASTM compliance testing
• Ensure proper storage/segregation from beverage alcohol to avoid reclassification under chapter 22 beverage provisions