1-Dodecene from China
1-Dodecene (C12H24) is a long-chain linear alpha-olefin from petroleum oligomerization processes. HTS 2901.29.1050 classification applies as it's a separate, petroleum-derived unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbon used in synthetic fatty acids and detergents. High purity grades (>95%) ensure pure compound status.
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
• Specify linear vs. branched content (<2% branching required for pure compound classification)
• Drum filling under nitrogen; include batch stability test results in commercial invoice