Hexyl Azelate from Mexico
Dihexyl azelate serves as a specialty plasticizer for low-temperature PVC applications. Falls under HTS 2917.13.00.90 as chemically defined azelaic acid ester without Chapter 29 exclusions like formulation for specific end-use.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6095.2%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Viscosity specifications distinguish lubricant-grade from plasticizer-grade
• Biodegradability claims require OECD testing documentation for green chemistry claims
• Ensure no phthalate contamination; ppm levels affect REACH compliance