2901.29.10.10/1-Octene (C8 Linear α-Olefin)/Mexico

1-Octene (C8 Linear α-Olefin) from Mexico

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.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico

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Import Tips

• Include GC-MS analysis reports confirming single compound purity to avoid reclassification as mixtures

• Declare exact carbon chain length (C8) and production process documentation for petroleum derivation proof

• Comply with REACH/CLP regulations for GHS labeling as Aspiration Hazard Category 1 and Flammable Liquid Category 3