Benzyl Butyl Phthalate (BBP) from Canada
BBP is a mixed ester of orthophthalic acid used as plasticizer for PVC flooring and sealants. Falls under HTS 2917.34.0150 as 'other' aromatic polycarboxylic esters per Chapter 29 scope for separate compounds. Restricted in EU REACH for consumer exposure.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6093.5%Pharmaceuticals Annex IV: patented pharma articles — 100% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• SVHC authorization needed for EU; declare phthalate content accurately on invoices
• Provide GC-MS analysis confirming benzyl/butyl ester structure