Di(2-ethylhexyl) Terephthalate (DOTP) from Japan
DOTP is a bio-based phthalate alternative plasticizer offering similar performance to DOP with better cold flexibility. Used in automotive interiors, flooring, and medical devices. Despite aromatic structure, classified as acyclic polycarboxylic plasticizer under HTS 2917.19.70.20.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
23.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6211%Patented pharmaceutical articles that are the product of Japan, of a European Union member country, of South Korea, of Switzerland, or of Liechtenstein as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (f) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Distinguish from terephthalic acid esters in 2917.36 by providing plasticizer performance data
• Support bio-based claims with ASTM D6866 carbon dating if marketing as renewable plasticizer
• Ensure flash point >200°C documentation to avoid flammable liquid shipping restrictions