Bis(2-ethylhexyl) Adipate (DEHA/BEHA)
Bis(2-ethylhexyl) adipate (DEHA/BEHA) is a widely used adipic acid plasticizer for low-temperature PVC applications like automotive seals and tubing. This ester of adipic acid falls under tariff item 2917.12.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is a mixture of esters of different acyclic polycarboxylic acids
Mixtures of esters of different acyclic acids would be classified under the residual heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is pure DEHA and not mixed with other plasticizers
• Provide the CAS number (103-23-1)
• Declare under 2917.12.00.00 as an ester of adipic acid
Related Products under Tariff item 2917.12.00
2-Ethylhexyl Methyl Adipate
2-Ethylhexyl methyl adipate is an asymmetric adipic acid diester blending properties of branched and linear esters for specialty coatings. This ester of adipic acid falls under tariff item 2917.12.00.
Adipic Acid/2-Ethylhexyl Alcohol Mixed Ester
Mixed adipic esters optimized for plastisol processing in coated fabrics and artificial leather. These esters of adipic acid fall under tariff item 2917.12.00 as esters of adipic acid, per Chapter 29 ester rules.
Adipic Acid Di-n-hexyl Ester
Adipic acid di-n-hexyl ester functioning as a fast-fusing plasticizer for PVC flooring and wallcoverings. This ester of adipic acid is classified under tariff item 2917.12.00 as an ester of adipic acid.
Adipic Acid Flakes for Nylon Production
Adipic acid flakes in crystalline form, optimized for reaction with hexamethylenediamine in nylon-6,6 synthesis. This chemically defined acyclic polycarboxylic acid falls under tariff item 2917.12.00 as adipic acid, its salts and esters, per Chapter 29 legal notes.
Adipic Acid (Hexanedioic Acid)
Adipic acid (hexanedioic acid) as a white crystalline dicarboxylic acid used primarily in nylon production. As a chemically defined acyclic polycarboxylic acid, it is classified under tariff item 2917.12.00 for adipic acid, its salts and esters.
Adipic Acid Mixed Esters
Adipic acid mixed esters combining adipic acid with different alcohols (e.g., butyl/hexyl) used in specialty lubricants. These esters of adipic acid are classified under tariff item 2917.12.00.