Diisononyl Phthalate (DINP) from Japan
Diisononyl phthalate serves as a high-performance plasticizer for PVC applications requiring heat and light stability, such as wire insulation. Classified under HTS 2917.34.01 as a diester of orthophthalic acid, it qualifies as a separate chemically defined aromatic polycarboxylic acid derivative per Chapter 29 notes.
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
• Verify REACH compliance for EU-sourced material; include safety data sheets (SDS)
• Watch for Proposition 65 labeling requirements if destined for California consumer products