Dinonyl Orthophthalate (DINP) from China
Dinonyl orthophthalate (DINP) is a branched phthalate ester derived from orthophthalic acid and isononanol, classified under HTS 2917.33.00 as a specific aromatic polycarboxylic acid derivative. It is primarily used as a non-phloxylator plasticizer in PVC production for flexible plastics.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide detailed chemical composition and CAS number (68515-48-0) on commercial invoice for proper classification
• Ensure SDS (Safety Data Sheet) accompanies shipment to comply with TSCA and REACH regulations
• Verify purity levels as impurities may affect classification under Chapter 29 notes