Diethylhexyl Adipate (DEHA) from Mexico
DEHA is a low-temperature plasticizer for outdoor PVC applications like tarpaulins and conveyor belts. It maintains flexibility at subzero temperatures. As an acyclic dicarboxylic ester plasticizer, classified under HTS 2917.19.70.20.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6096%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
• Confirm adipic acid derivation with NMR spectra to distinguish from azelate esters
• Specify glass transition temperature reduction data for low-temp classification
• Test for migration resistance in outdoor exposure applications