Butyl Benzyl Phthalate (BBP) from Japan
BBP plasticizer offers rapid processing and good electrical insulation for PVC wire coatings and leather cloth. Its mixed alkyl/aryl structure provides unique solvency. Classified under HTS 2917.19.70.20 as acyclic polycarboxylic plasticizer.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document benzyl alcohol content <1% to prevent odor complaints and reclassification
• Specify electrical volume resistivity >1x10^12 ohm-cm for wire/cable applications
• Avoid consumer goods declarations due to reproductive toxicity classification