Petroleum-Derived 1-Octene from Japan

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 — 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

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