1-Decene (C10 Linear α-Olefin)
Pure 1-Decene (C10H20) is an unmixed linear terminal olefin derived from natural gas liquids or petroleum, classified under HTS 2901.29.10.10 for C6-C30 α-olefins. Widely used in producing polyalphaolefins (PAO) synthetic base oils for lubricants and as feedstock for oxo-alcohols.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing detectable levels of C9/C11 α-olefin isomers
Any mixture of isomers disqualifies from the specific 'unmixed' subheading per Chapter 29 note (b).
If imported as part of liquefied petroleum gas stream rather than purified chemical
Unseparated hydrocarbon gases from natural gas processing remain in Chapter 27.
If pre-reacted into lubricant base stocks before import
Finished lubricant preparations fall under Chapter 34 rather than raw chemical feedstocks.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Maintain Certificates of Analysis showing <0.5% branched olefin impurities to confirm 'unmixed' status
• Document production via SHOP (Shell Higher Olefin Process) or similar to validate petroleum derivation
• Ensure spill containment measures and secondary labeling for environmental hazard (H411 aquatic toxicity)
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1-Hexene (C6 Linear α-Olefin)
1-Hexene is a colorless liquid unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbon with the formula C6H12, featuring a terminal double bond characteristic of linear α-olefins. Derived from petroleum cracking processes, it falls under HTS 2901.29.10.10 as an unmixed linear α-olefin in the C6-C30 range. Primarily used as a comonomer in producing linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE).
1-Octene (C8 Linear α-Olefin)
1-Octene (C8H16) is a key linear α-olefin produced via ethylene oligomerization from petroleum sources, unmixed and within the C6-C30 range specified by HTS 2901.29.10.10. It serves as a critical comonomer for high-performance LLDPE films and as feedstock for synthetic lubricants and plasticizers.
1-Dodecene (C12 Linear α-Olefin)
1-Dodecene is a C12 linear α-olefin meeting HTS 2901.29.10.10 specifications as an unmixed, petroleum-derived acyclic unsaturated hydrocarbon. Essential raw material for manufacturing linear alkylbenzene (LAB) detergents and medium-viscosity PAO lubricants.
1-Tetradecene (C14 Linear α-Olefin)
High-purity 1-Tetradecene (C14H28) qualifies as an unmixed linear α-olefin under HTS 2901.29.10.10, produced from petroleum ethylene oligomerization. Used in high-performance synthetic lubricants, agricultural chemicals, and as a precursor for fatty acid derivatives.
1-Hexadecene (C16 Linear α-Olefin)
1-Hexadecene, a C16 linear terminal olefin derived from petroleum, meets all criteria for HTS 2901.29.10.10 as an unmixed α-olefin in the specified carbon range. Primarily utilized in producing high-viscosity PAO base stocks and specialty surfactants.