1-Decene (C10 Linear α-Olefin) from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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)