Lowilite 27 UV Absorber C7-C9 Esters

3-(2H-Benzotriazol-2-yl)-5-(tert-butyl)-4-hydroxybenzene propanoic acid C7-C9 esters (Lowilite 27) is a liquid UV stabilizer explicitly under HTS 2933.99.08.00. This benzotriazole derivative protects polyolefins and engineering plastics from light-induced degradation. It's supplied as branched/linear alkyl esters for broad solubility.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFreeFree
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

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

3824.99Higher: 15% vs Free

If containing >2% stabilizers or anti-oxidants

Chemical admixtures with multiple active ingredients classified as preparations.

2909.49Higher: 15.5% vs Free

If for other aromatic ester derivatives

General esters may fall to 2909 if heterocyclic nature not principal characteristic.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify exact alkyl chain distribution (C7-C9) in technical data sheet

Use UN-approved plastic drums or IBC totes for liquid import

Avoid 2909 ester classification by documenting primary heterocyclic UV function

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