Dioctyl Orthophthalate Stabilized Grade from Mexico
Industrial-grade dioctyl orthophthalate with added epoxidized soybean oil stabilizer for enhanced PVC processing stability. Qualifies under HTS 2917.32.00.00 per Chapter 29 note (f) allowing stabilizers necessary for preservation/transport. The primary dioctyl orthophthalate structure determines classification.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
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
• Document stabilizer as <1% by weight and solely for transport stability to maintain Chapter 29 classification
• Include heat stability test data showing performance equivalent to pure DOP; excessive additives trigger 3824 mixture classification
• Ensure bulk containers have nitrogen blanketing certification to prevent oxidation during ocean transit