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Industrial Grade Dibutyl Phthalate 99.5% Pure from Japan

High-purity dibutyl orthophthalate (99.5%) supplied in bulk for manufacturing plasticizers in flexible PVC applications like flooring and cables. Classified specifically under HTS 2917.34.0110 as the named ester of orthophthalic acid per Chapter 29 organic compound definitions.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Include GC-MS analysis certificates confirming >99% purity to prevent reclassification as mixtures

Declare stabilizer content explicitly; added stabilizers per Chapter 29 note 2(f) don't change heading but require disclosure

Comply with TSCA import certification; DBP requires EPA notification for significant new uses