HS Code:
6,6'-Di-tert-butyl-2,2'-methylenedi-p-cresol (CAS No. 119-47-1), classified under HS Code 2907.29.90, is a specialized phenolic compound used primarily as an antioxidant and stabilizer in various industrial applications, including plastics, rubber, and lubricants. This chemical helps prevent oxidative degradation, extending the shelf life and performance of materials exposed to heat, light, and oxygen. It is a niche product within the broader category of phenols and phenol-alcohols, with demand driven by the manufacturing sectors of automotive, packaging, and construction materials.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $50 million USD
Data from 2022
Source
UN Comtrade Database and industry reports
$15 million USD
30% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$10 million USD
20% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$8 million USD
16% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$5 million USD
10% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$4 million USD
8% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
5.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
8% (applied by certain developing economies)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like USMCA and EU-Japan EPA)
Growing demand for antioxidants in polymer production
Increased trade volume as plastics and rubber industries expand, particularly in Asia-Pacific
2021-2023
Shift towards sustainable and bio-based alternatives
Potential reduction in demand for synthetic antioxidants like 6,6'-Di-tert-butyl-2,2'-methylenedi-p-cresol in favor of greener options
2022-2025
Rising production costs due to raw material price volatility
Higher prices may constrain trade volumes in price-sensitive markets
2022-2023
The European Union updated REACH regulations, imposing stricter documentation and safety assessments for phenolic compounds, including 6,6'-Di-tert-butyl-2,2'-methylenedi-p-cresol.
June 2023
Increased compliance costs for exporters to the EU, potentially reducing trade volumes in the short term.
Chinese manufacturers have ramped up production of antioxidants to meet domestic demand in the plastics and automotive sectors.
March 2023
Reduced reliance on imports, affecting export markets for other countries, while increasing China's export potential.
Under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, tariff exemptions for chemical products have boosted trade of 6,6'-Di-tert-butyl-2,2'-methylenedi-p-cresol within North America.
January 2023
Strengthened trade flows between the US, Canada, and Mexico, benefiting regional manufacturers.