Octylated Diphenylamine

Octylated diphenylamine consists of mono- and di-octyl substituted derivatives used as antioxidants in lubricating oils and rubber products. It qualifies for HTS 2921.44.2000 as a diphenylamine derivative specified in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for import quota management. The alkyl substitution enhances solubility and performance in petroleum applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3811.90.00.00Same rate: 41.5%

If for use in lubricating oil additives

Antioxidants specifically prepared for addition to lubricants are classified in heading 3811, regardless of chemical purity.

2921.49.45.00Lower: 31.5% vs 41.5%

If considered aromatic monoamine derivative not specifically diphenylamine-based

Alkyl substitution may lead customs to classify under general aromatic amine derivatives if structural analysis differs from core diphenylamine.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit import license applications early due to annual quota limits; track via USITC dataweb

Include GC-MS analysis confirming octyl content >95% to prevent purity disputes

Pitfall: bulk shipments without proper segregation risk contamination and reclassification

Related Products under HTS 2921.44.20.00

N-Phenyl-1-Naphthylamine (Neozone D)

N-Phenyl-1-naphthylamine is an aromatic amine derivative of diphenylamine used primarily as an antioxidant and stabilizer in rubber and tire production. It falls under HTS 2921.44.2000 as a derivative of diphenylamine specifically listed in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for chemical products with controlled import volumes. This compound prevents oxidative degradation in polymers during manufacturing.

p-Isopropoxydiphenylamine (UOP 288)

p-Isopropoxydiphenylamine is a substituted diphenylamine derivative serving as a high-performance antioxidant for synthetic rubber and plastics. Classified under HTS 2921.44.2000 due to its inclusion in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, which controls imports of certain rubber chemical intermediates. It provides thermal and oxidative stability in tire compounds.

4,4'-Di-alpha-cumyl Diphenylamine

This sterically hindered diphenylamine derivative acts as a premium antioxidant for natural and synthetic rubber, extending service life in tires and belts. HTS 2921.44.2000 applies due to its listing in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, subjecting it to quantitative import restrictions. The cumyl groups provide superior heat aging resistance.

Monomethyldiphenylamine

Monomethyldiphenylamine is a methylated derivative used as an intermediate in dye manufacturing and rubber antioxidants. It falls under HTS 2921.44.2000 per additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, which regulates certain aromatic amine imports. The methyl substitution modifies reactivity for specific polymerization applications.

p,p'-Dicumyldiphenylamine

p,p'-Dicumyldiphenylamine serves as a high-temperature stable antioxidant for synthetic elastomers and petroleum products. Classified in HTS 2921.44.2000 because it's enumerated in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for quota-controlled diphenylamine derivatives. Its bulky cumyl groups prevent radical chain reactions effectively.