Octylated Diphenylamine from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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