Adipic Acid Di-n-hexyl Ester from Japan
This adipic acid ester functions as a fast-fusing plasticizer for PVC flooring and wallcoverings, offering good gelling properties. It qualifies under HTS 2917.12.20.00 as a plasticizer ester of adipic acid per chapter provisions for acyclic derivatives. Provides balanced performance between volatility and permanence.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Submit technical data sheets specifying plasticizer end-use to support 2917.12.20.00 classification over general esters
• Ensure drums are UN-approved for chemical transport with proper adipate ester markings