Butyraldehyde for Plasticizer Production from Mexico
Technical grade normal butyraldehyde dedicated for 2-ethylhexanol production used in DOP plasticizers. Pure normal isomer qualifies for HTS 2912.19.25.00 as acyclic aldehyde without other oxygen function. Meets Chapter 29 requirements for chemically defined compounds.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Link end-use declaration to plasticizer manufacturers to support industry-specific duty programs
• Batch test for aldehyde content using hydroxylamine titration method for CBP laboratory verification
• Coordinate with downstream manufacturers for bonded warehouse transfers avoiding immediate duty payment