1-Decene from China
1-Decene is a C10 alpha-olefin derived from petroleum via Ziegler process oligomerization. It qualifies for HTS 2901.29.1050 as a separate, chemically defined unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbon from petroleum sources, used in synthetic lubricants and detergents. Polymer grade specifications ensure classification as pure compound.
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
• Include GC chromatogram showing >98% 1-decene content to distinguish from branched isomers
• Temperature-controlled shipping required (below 50°C) to maintain stability; document temperature logs