Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) from Canada
Dioctyl phthalate (DOP) is a clear, oily liquid classified as an acyclic polycarboxylic acid ester used primarily as a plasticizer for PVC. It imparts flexibility and durability to plastics by embedding between polymer chains, reducing brittleness. This product falls under HTS 2917.19.70.20 as a plasticizer derived from phthalic acid.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6096%Pharmaceuticals Annex IV: patented pharma articles — 100% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Verify purity exceeds 99% and obtain Certificate of Analysis (CoA) to confirm classification as a chemically defined plasticizer
• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) showing low volatility and compatibility with PVC to avoid reclassification as a solvent
• Ensure proper labeling for REACH compliance if destined for EU markets, as phthalates face usage restrictions