p-tert-Octylphenol from China

p-tert-Octylphenol is a monophenol with an octyl alkyl chain attached to the phenol ring, classified under HTS 2907.13.00.00 as it matches the definition of octylphenol isomers. It is primarily used as an intermediate in producing nonionic surfactants and resins.

Duty Rate — China → United States

40.5%

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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Provide chemical purity certificates and CAS number (140-66-9) to confirm classification as octylphenol isomer

Ensure SDS includes handling precautions due to endocrine disruptor status; comply with TSCA registration

Verify importer has proper EPA notifications for new chemical substances if applicable