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Diethyl Phthalate (DEP) from Mexico

Diethyl phthalate serves as a solvent in perfumes, plastics, and nail polishes, being a colorless liquid ester of orthophthalic acid. Classified under HTS 2917.34.0150 as 'other' esters of orthophthalic acid per Chapter 29 definitions for chemically defined aromatic compounds. Used in cosmetic and industrial applications.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

16.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico

Import Tips

Include Cosmetic Ingredient Review documentation for fragrance/cosmetic uses; DEP has solvency restrictions in some regions

Label with CAS number 84-66-2 and purity >99% to confirm classification as separate compound under Chapter 29

Diethyl Phthalate (DEP) from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2917.34.01.50