4-tert-Octylphenol from China
4-tert-Octylphenol (4-tertOP) is a branched alkylphenol with an 8-carbon tert-octyl substituent, falling under HTS 2907.19.20.00. Utilized in synthesis of nonionic surfactants and UV stabilizers.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document alkyl chain structure (C8 tert) to avoid confusion with straight-chain octylphenols
• Check state environmental restrictions, as some jurisdictions limit import quantities
• Use nitrogen-padded containers to prevent oxidation during shipping