Liquid Polybutene L-14E from China

Liquid polybutene L-14E (viscosity 140 cSt) is a low molecular weight olefin polymer imported under HTS 3902.90.00 for use in lubricants and caulks. Isobutylene monomer >95% by weight in primary liquid form.

Duty Rate — China → United States

31.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Classify as UN1268 liquid per DOT; provide flash point data (>200°C)

Avoid drum linings reactive with olefins

Temperature-control shipments above 15°C

Liquid Polybutene L-14E from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3902.90.00