Dibutyl Sebacate (DBS)

Dibutyl sebacate plasticizer for nitrocellulose lacquers and vinyl resins, offering good low-temp performance. Ester of sebacic acid classified HTS 2917.13.00 following parent acid per chapter notes. Low volatility clear liquid.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina4.8%+25.0%29.8%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico4.8%โ€”4.8%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada4.8%โ€”4.8%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany4.8%โ€”4.8%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan4.8%โ€”4.8%

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Alternative Classifications

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2917.39Lower: 16.5% vs 29.8%

If n-butyl/n-octyl mixed ester

Mixed ester types fall under general acyclic ester subheading.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 29.8%

If pre-mixed with epoxy hardeners

Functional mixtures for specific use classified as preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Acid value <1.0 mg KOH/g spec required for customs verification

โ€ข TSCA inventory listed; provide PMN status if modified

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