Phthalate-Free DIDP Substitute Diisodecyl Orthophthalate from Mexico
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.
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
• 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