ADK Stab AO-259 Antioxidant

ADK Stab AO-259, chemically 1,6-Hexanediol bis(3,5-dibutyl-4-hydroxyphenyl)propionate, serves as a primary antioxidant in engineering plastics like nylon and polyester for long-term heat stability. It is specifically named in HTS 2918.29.06.00 under carboxylic acids with phenol function, as a chemically defined compound per Chapter 29 notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.8%+35.0%40.8%
🇲🇽Mexico5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇨🇦Canada5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇩🇪Germany5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇯🇵Japan5.8%+10.0%15.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2922.29Lower: 16.5% vs 40.8%

If oxygen function not predominant over amino groups

Alternative oxygen-function amino-compounds heading, but phenolic carboxylic acid takes precedence per numerical order rule.

2940.00.60.00Lower: 30.8% vs 40.8%

If for sugar-derived analogs with ester modification

Sugar esters fall under 2940, but this synthetic diol ester remains in 2918.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit manufacturer's specification sheet verifying dibutyl-hydroxyphenyl structure to confirm HTS specificity

Watch for anti-dusting agent additions (Chapter 29 note g); excess may reclassify as preparation

Ensure drum packaging complies with UN hazmat if dust hazard present during import

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