290511Methanol (methyl alcohol)
メタノール（メチルアルコール）
HS code 290511 is a Subheading (6-digit) classification number. In Japan's trade statistics (published by Ministry of Finance), it represents import/export items classified as “Methanol (methyl alcohol)”.
Latest trade statistics
In May 2026, Japan's imports under HS code 290511 (Methanol (methyl alcohol)) totaled ¥15B (YoY +163.2%), with a volume of 169,317,602 KG at about ¥90/KG. The top import sources are Saudi Arabia (55.8%), United States of America (15.8%), Trinidad and Tobago (12.2%). Exports totaled ¥9M (YoY +246.3%), with a volume of 11,210 KG at about ¥826/KG. The top export destinations are Taiwan (44.7%), Philippines (19.5%), Viet Nam (8.4%).
Top export destinations (2025)
| # | Country | Value | Share | Qty | Unit price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taiwan | ¥26M | 44.7% | 27,318 KG | ¥946/KG |
| 2 | Philippines | ¥11M | 19.5% | 15,969 KG | ¥705/KG |
| 3 | Viet Nam | ¥5M | 8.4% | 5,035 KG | ¥965/KG |
| 4 | Thailand | ¥4M | 6.6% | 9,252 KG | ¥411/KG |
| 5 | Republic of Korea | ¥3M | 6.0% | 2,358 KG | ¥1,466/KG |
Top import sources (2025)
| # | Country | Value | Share | Qty | Unit price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Saudi Arabia | ¥39B | 55.8% | 808,292,275 KG | ¥48/KG |
| 2 | United States of America | ¥11B | 15.8% | 216,194,757 KG | ¥51/KG |
| 3 | Trinidad and Tobago | ¥8B | 12.2% | 195,112,507 KG | ¥44/KG |
| 4 | Malaysia | ¥4B | 6.4% | 98,554,531 KG | ¥46/KG |
| 5 | Chile | ¥4B | 5.3% | 67,952,147 KG | ¥54/KG |
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