Lowinox 259B Polymer Antioxidant from Canada
Lowinox 259B is the beaded form of 1,6-Hexanediol bis(3,5-dibutyl-4-hydroxyphenyl)propionate, designed for easy handling in polyolefin extrusion processes. Falls under HTS 2918.29.06.00 as the named carboxylic acid derivative with phenol and alcohol functions, classified as a pure organic compound in Chapter 29.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Distinguish beaded vs powder forms in documentation but both remain same HTS as pure compound
• Test for stabilizer content (<1% per Chapter note f) to maintain pure compound status
• Pre-clear EPA pre-manufacture notice if new formulation variant