4-Methyl-1-Pentene

4-Methyl-1-pentene is a branched alpha-olefin (C6H12) produced from petroleum raffinates. It falls under HTS 2901.29.1050 as an 'other' petroleum-derived unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbon, distinct from straight-chain olefins. Used as comonomer in specialty polypropylenes and as chemical intermediate.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2901.29Same rate: 35%

If not derived from petroleum/shale oil/natural gas

Non-petroleum origin unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbons use the residual 'other' subheading.

2902.50.00.00Same rate: 35%

If classified by cyclic structure despite branched chain

Stauffer chemical rule prioritizes cyclic nomenclature over acyclic for certain structures.

3811.90.00.00Higher: 41.5% vs 35%

If when supplied as additive in fuel or lubricant compositions

Antiknock preparations containing these hydrocarbons classify as fuel additives.

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Import Tips & Compliance

CAS 691-37-2 documentation essential; distinguish from isoprene (different double bond position)

Inhibited with 10-50 ppm BHT; declare inhibitor type to avoid stability issues during customs hold

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