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
6.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 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