Dimethyl Azelate (DMA)

Dimethyl ester of azelaic acid, a colorless liquid used as solvent and intermediate in polymer synthesis. HTS 2917.13.00 classification follows chapter ester rule (A), subordinate to azelaic acid subheading. Meets purity standards for chemically defined compound.

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%

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Alternative Classifications

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2917.39Lower: 16.5% vs 29.8%

If mixed C9-C11 chain length distribution

Mixed chain esters classified under 'other' acyclic esters subheading.

2909.49Lower: 15.5% vs 29.8%

If used primarily as fragrance fixative

End-use as ether/alcohol derivative may shift to Chapter 29 acyclic ethers heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Flash point 113°C; declare as combustible liquid UN3082 for transport

Provide refractive index (1.435-1.437) and ester value for identity confirmation

EPA VOC exemption documentation if marketed as green solvent

Related Products under HTS 2917.13.00

Azelaic Acid Powder

Pure azelaic acid in crystalline powder form, a dicarboxylic acid with 9 carbon atoms used primarily in cosmetics for acne treatment and rosacea. Classified under HTS 2917.13.00 as it is specifically azelaic acid, falling within acyclic polycarboxylic acids. Meets chapter 29 note (a) as a separate chemically defined organic compound.

Sebacic Acid Flakes

Sebacic acid in flake form, a 10-carbon dicarboxylic acid derived from castor oil, used in nylon 610 production and lubricants. Directly covered by HTS 2917.13.00 as sebacic acid without salts or esters. Qualifies under chapter 29 for separate chemically defined organic compounds.

Sebacic Acid Calcium Salt

Calcium sebacate, used as lubricant in PVC processing and corrosion inhibitor in coatings. HTS 2917.13.00 per explicit inclusion of sebacic acid salts and chapter note (C)(3) for metal salts. Fine white powder form.

Polysebacic Acid Polymer

Low molecular weight polysebacic acid (oligomer <1000 Da), used in drug delivery systems. Technically the polymer but classified as sebacic acid derivative under HTS 2917.13.00 when not meeting polymer definitions. Meets chapter 29 compound criteria.

Sebacic Acid Zinc Salt

Zinc sebacate, used as heat stabilizer in PVC and antifungal agent in coatings. HTS 2917.13.00 per metal salt classification rule following sebacic acid. Fine powder with 14-16% zinc content.

Dioctyl Sebacate (DOS)

Di(2-ethylhexyl) sebacate, an ester of sebacic acid with 2-ethylhexanol, used as plasticizer in PVC for low-temperature flexibility. Classified under HTS 2917.13.00 per chapter note on esters following the parent acid subheading. Clear oily liquid meeting acyclic polycarboxylic acid ester definition.