Liquefied Isobutylene (2-Methylpropene)

Liquefied isobutylene, also known as 2-methylpropene, is a branched C4 olefin gaseous hydrocarbon liquefied under pressure, falling under HTS 2711.14.00.30 as butylene. It serves as a key intermediate in producing methacrylic acid, butyl rubber, and fuels.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

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

2901.29.10Higher: 35% vs 25%

If separated to >99% purity for chemical synthesis

Ultra-pure isobutylene intended solely as a chemical intermediate moves to Chapter 29 acyclic hydrocarbons.

2711.19.00Same rate: 25%

If mixture contains other unsaturated hydrocarbons like pentenes

Liquefied gas mixtures not specifically ethylene/propylene/butylene classify under other gaseous hydrocarbons.

3817.00.10.00Higher: 41.5% vs 25%

If mixed with catalysts for rubber production

Prepared mixtures of hydrocarbons with additives for specific chemical reactions classify as mixed alkylbenzenes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide gas chromatography (GC) analysis confirming isobutylene as principal isomer for accurate classification

Use UN-approved cryogenic pressure vessels; declare exact pressure/temperature conditions on shipping documents

Check for anti-dumping duties on C4 olefins from specific origins and maintain supply chain records