Octadecyl Isocyanate

Octadecyl isocyanate (CAS 112-95-8), a long-chain C18 aliphatic isocyanate, functions as a surface modification agent, lubricant additive, and reactive diluent in polymer formulations. Covered by HTS 2929.10.2700 as an explicitly listed isocyanate with nitrogen function, qualifying as a separate chemically defined compound under Chapter 29.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
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Alternative Classifications

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

2929.10Same rate: 35%

If shorter chain aliphatic mono-isocyanates

2929.10.2700 specifically enumerates certain aliphatics; others separate by chemical structure.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 35%

If technical grade with >5% impurities

Chapter 29 requires 'separate chemically defined' compounds; impure mixtures shift to Chapter 38.

3403.19Lower: 15.8% vs 35%

If fully formulated as lubricant additive

Mixtures containing lubricants classified by principal function in Chapter 34, not as pure isocyanates.

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Import Tips & Compliance

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N-Butyl Isocyanate

N-Butyl isocyanate (CAS 111-36-4) is a chemically defined aliphatic isocyanate compound with the formula CH3(CH2)3NCO, used primarily as a reactive intermediate in organic synthesis for polyurethane production and pharmaceutical intermediates. It falls under HTS 2929.10.2700 as a specific isocyanate with 'other nitrogen function' per Chapter 29 note (a), distinct from excluded products like ethyl alcohol or enzymes.

Cyclohexyl Isocyanate

Cyclohexyl isocyanate (CAS 3173-53-3) is a cycloaliphatic isocyanate (C6H11NCO) serving as a building block for specialty polyurethanes, agrochemicals, and pharmaceutical synthesis. Classified under HTS 2929.10.2700 as one of the specifically enumerated isocyanates with nitrogen function, meeting Chapter 29's criteria for separate chemically defined organic compounds.

1-Isocyanato-3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzene

1-Isocyanato-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzene (CAS 329-98-6), also known as m-trifluoromethylphenyl isocyanate, is an aromatic isocyanate used in fluorinated polymer synthesis and as a reagent in medicinal chemistry. It qualifies for HTS 2929.10.2700 as a named compound with 'other nitrogen function' isocyanate group, explicitly listed and chemically defined per Chapter notes.

1,5-Naphthalene Diisocyanate

1,5-Naphthalene diisocyanate (CAS 3173-72-6) is a polycyclic aromatic diisocyanate used in high-performance polyurethane elastomers and coatings requiring thermal stability. It is specifically named in HTS 2929.10.2700 as a diisocyanate compound with other nitrogen function, fitting Chapter 29's organic compound definitions.

N-Butyl Isocyanate 98% Stabilized

N-Butyl isocyanate stabilized with 0.05% dibutyltin dilaurate (CAS 111-36-4) prevents polymerization during storage and transport. Remains classified under HTS 2929.10.2700 per Chapter 29 note (f) as the isocyanate retains its chemical identity with necessary stabilizer addition.

1,5-Naphthalene Diisocyanate Technical Grade

Technical grade 1,5-naphthalene diisocyanate (95% purity) used in industrial polyurethane resin manufacturing. HTS 2929.10.2700 applies as it remains a chemically defined isocyanate compound despite minor impurities, per Chapter 29 scope for organic compounds.