Mesamoll Plasticizer from Mexico
Mesamoll is an alkylsulfonic acid phenyl ester plasticizer noted for heat/flame resistance in wire and cable sheathing. Provides excellent electrical properties. Falls under HTS 2917.19.70.20 as polycarboxylic plasticizer equivalent.
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
• Specify LOI >30% and smoke density ratings for flame-retardant claims
• Confirm sulfonic acid ester structure via FTIR analysis
• Test dielectric strength >20 kV/mm for electrical applications