4,4'-Bis(α,α-dimethylbenzyl)diphenylamine

This is a specific aromatic diphenylamine derivative used primarily as an antioxidant and stabilizer in rubber and polymer production. It falls under HTS 2921.44.0500 as it is explicitly named in the tariff heading for diphenylamine derivatives. The compound's structure features two α,α-dimethylbenzyl groups attached to the 4,4' positions of diphenylamine, providing steric hindrance for effective stabilization.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

3812.31.00.00Higher: 41.5% vs 35%

If when pre-diluted or formulated specifically as an antioxidant for rubber

Mixtures of antioxidants classified under 3812 rather than pure chemical compounds of Chapter 29.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 35%

If imported as part of a prepared chemical additive blend

Prepared chemical compositions fall under Chapter 38, not pure organic compounds.

2903.69Lower: 13.7% vs 35%

If considered a substituted benzyl alcohol derivative

Alternative classification possible under aromatic alcohols if amine function not principal characteristic.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates (COA) confirming purity and structure matching the exact tariff description to avoid misclassification

Ensure proper Hazard Communication labeling per GHS as it's a chemical substance requiring SDS documentation for customs clearance

Verify REACH compliance if sourcing from EU; common pitfall is incomplete impurity declarations affecting Chapter 29 eligibility