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Phthalate-Free DIDP Substitute Diisodecyl Orthophthalate

Diisodecyl orthophthalate positioned as a low-toxicity phthalate replacement for flexible PVC films and sheeting in packaging. HTS 2917.33.0010 covers this exact aromatic ester derivative of orthophthalic acid. Chemical purity ensures classification among separate organic compounds of Chapter 29.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+37.5%44%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2934.99Lower: 19% vs 44%

If classified by heterocyclic ring structure emphasis

Some phthalate esters could be interpreted under nucleic acid derivatives, but ester function takes precedence per classification notes.

3824.99Lower: 17.5% vs 44%

If for retail-packed quantities <25kg with application instructions

Retail preparations of chemicals fall outside Chapter 29 per exclusions for specific use formulations.

2905.22.50Lower: 42.3% vs 44%

If hydrolyzed back to isodecanol alcohol component

De-esterified products classify as acyclic alcohols, not carboxylic esters.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Obtain supplier's phthalate content test (<0.1% ortho-phthalates) for FDA 21 CFR 175.300 food contact compliance

• Use stainless steel drums to prevent contamination that could create mixtures reclassifiable under Chapter 38

• Cross-check molecular weight (446 g/mol typical) against CoA to confirm identity with HTS-named compound