Dibutyl Phthalate (DBP) from Mexico
Dibutyl phthalate is a short-chain phthalate ester used in personal care products, adhesives, and as a solvent. It imports under HTS 2917.34.01 as an orthophthalic acid diester, meeting Chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined organic compounds.
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
• Subject to CPSIA phthalate content limits (<0.1%) for children's products; test and certify
• Declare exact CAS number (84-74-2) on commercial invoice for CBP verification
• Avoid bulk packaging without stabilizers; may trigger stability reclassification