Bis(2-ethylhexyl) Adipate (DEHA/BEHA) from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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