Petroleum-Derived 1-Octene from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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