Bis(2-butoxyethyl) Sebacate

Bis(2-butoxyethyl) sebacate serves as a high-performance plasticizer for nitrocellulose and polyvinyl butyral applications. HTS 2917.13.00.90 applies as a sebacic acid ester, chemically defined without excluded Chapter 29 additives like anti-dusting agents rendering it preparation-specific.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.8%+25.0%29.8%
🇲🇽Mexico4.8%4.8%
🇨🇦Canada4.8%4.8%
🇩🇪Germany4.8%4.8%
🇯🇵Japan4.8%4.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 29.8%

If coated or colored for safety

Chapter 29 note 2(g) excludes esters with added colorants/anti-dusting agents making them preparation-specific.

2932.99Lower: 13.7% vs 29.8%

If contains heterocyclic impurities

Presence of heterocyclic compounds shifts classification to heterocyclic compounds heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Complex alkyl chain requires detailed structural formula on SDS for verification

Flash point documentation mandatory for air shipment of this combustible liquid

Avoid 'plasticizer' only description; specify sebacate ester chemistry explicitly

Related Products under HTS 2917.13.00.90

Dioctyl Sebacate (DOS)

Dioctyl sebacate is the di(2-ethylhexyl) ester of sebacic acid, a clear, oily liquid used primarily as a plasticizer in PVC for flexible films and coatings. It falls under HTS 2917.13.00.90 as an ester of sebacic acid, classified as 'other' acyclic polycarboxylic acid esters not specifically enumerated elsewhere in the subheading.

Dibutyl Sebacate (DBS)

Dibutyl sebacate is a sebacic acid diester used as a plasticizer in cellulosic resins, nitrocellulose lacquers, and cosmetics. Classified under HTS 2917.13.00.90 as an 'other' ester of sebacic acid, their salts and esters, meeting Chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined organic compounds.

Azelaic Acid Dimethyl Ester

Dimethyl azelate, the dimethyl ester of azelaic acid, serves as a chemical intermediate for polymer synthesis and corrosion inhibitors. It qualifies for HTS 2917.13.00.90 as an 'other' ester of acyclic polycarboxylic acids (azelaic/sebacic), being a separate chemically defined compound per Chapter 29 note (a).

Sebacic Acid Monomethyl Ester

Monomethyl sebacate is a half-ester of sebacic acid used in specialty polyester synthesis and pharmaceutical intermediates. Falls under HTS 2917.13.00.90 as an 'other' sebacic acid derivative, qualifying as a chemically defined acyclic polycarboxylic acid ester.

Dipropyl Azelate

Dipropyl azelate, the dipropyl ester of azelaic acid (nonanedioic acid), functions as a plasticizer and solvent in coatings. Classified in HTS 2917.13.00.90 as an 'other' azelaic acid ester, meeting Chapter 29 criteria for separate chemically defined compounds without excluded additives.

Sebacic Acid Diisopropyl Ester

Diisopropyl sebacate functions as a emollient in cosmetics and personal care formulations. Qualifies for HTS 2917.13.00.90 as a pure sebacic acid diester, separate chemically defined compound per Chapter 29 scope, not excluded as cosmetic preparation.