Adipic Acid Di-n-hexyl Ester from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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