Diethylhexyl Phthalate (DEHP) from Japan
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 — 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
• FDA prior notice required for food contact substance imports
• Maintain TSCA inventory status documentation