Bis(2-ethylhexyl) Adipate (DEHA/BEHA) from Japan
DEHA is a widely used adipic acid plasticizer for low-temperature PVC applications like automotive seals and tubing. Falls under HTS 2917.12.20.00 as specified plasticizer esters of acyclic polycarboxylic acids. Offers superior plasticizing efficiency compared to phthalates in certain formulations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include REACH/TSCA registration numbers in documentation for chemical substance tracking
• Specify 'not for food contact unless certified' to avoid FDA pre-clearance requirements
• Batch certificates must trace back to adipic acid synthesis route for origin verification