Petroleum-Derived 1-Octene from Canada
1-Octene (C8H16) is a linear alpha-olefin produced from petroleum via ethylene oligomerization or Fischer-Tropsch synthesis. Classified under HTS 2901.29.10 as an other unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbon derived from petroleum, distinguished from the first four alkenes. Essential for producing linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE).
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Require GC-MS analysis certificates proving petroleum derivation and >98% purity for classification
• Comply with TSCA pre-manufacture notification if aggregate volume exceeds 10,000 lbs/year
• Use stainless steel IBCs for transport; avoid carbon steel due to corrosion risk with olefins