Dibutyl Orthophthalate (DBP) from Mexico
Dibutyl orthophthalate (DBP) is the dibutyl ester of orthophthalic acid, a colorless, oily liquid used primarily as a plasticizer for PVC and other polymers. It falls under HTS 2917.34.0110 as a specific ester of orthophthalic acid within the aromatic polycarboxylic acid derivatives category of Chapter 29.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6093.5%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
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
• Provide chemical purity certificates and CAS number (84-74-2) documentation to verify classification under Chapter 29 organic compounds
• Ensure proper labeling as a REACH/SVHC restricted substance due to reproductive toxicity concerns in many markets
• Avoid misclassification as a finished plastic product; classify based on chemical identity, not end-use application