Diethylhexyl Phthalate (DEHP) from Canada
DEHP is a widely used general-purpose phthalate plasticizer for medical devices, food packaging films, and toys. As a pure orthophthalic acid ester, it falls squarely under HTS 2917.34.01 per Chapter 29's provisions for aromatic polycarboxylic acid derivatives.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• FDA prior notice required for food contact substance imports
• Maintain TSCA inventory status documentation