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
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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