Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) from Japan

Dioctyl phthalate (DOP), chemically bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate, is the most common dioctyl orthophthalate used as a plasticizer for PVC. It falls under HTS 2917.32.00.00 as it is a derivative of orthophthalic acid (1,2-benzenedicarboxylic acid) esterified with two octyl alcohol molecules. This aromatic polycarboxylic acid ester is supplied as a clear, oily liquid for industrial plasticizing applications.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

16.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify chemical purity and provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming dioctyl orthophthalate composition to avoid reclassification as mixtures

Ensure proper UN 3082 hazardous material declaration for transport as environmentally hazardous substance in non-bulk packaging

Include stabilizer content documentation; additions beyond safety/transport limits may shift classification per Chapter 29 note (g)