2901.29.10.50/1-Octene/Japan

1-Octene from Japan

1-Octene (C8H16) is a linear alpha-olefin produced via ethylene oligomerization from petroleum feedstocks. Classified under HTS 2901.29.1050 as an 'other' petroleum-derived unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbon used primarily in linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) production. Its terminal double bond distinguishes it from saturated paraffins.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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Import Tips

• Provide manufacturer's specification sheet confirming >95% purity and petroleum origin to Customs

• Use stainless steel containers with nitrogen blanketing to prevent polymerization during transit

• Avoid declaring as 'alpha-olefin mixture'; specify exact isomer to prevent higher mixture tariffs

1-Octene from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2901.29.10.50