Diisononyl Terephthalate (DINTP) from Germany
Diisononyl terephthalate (DINTP) is a branched-chain ester of terephthalic acid used as a high-performance plasticizer for flexible PVC in automotive and wire insulation. Classified under HTS 2917.39.20.00 as an aromatic polycarboxylic plasticizer. It offers better cold flexibility than traditional phthalates.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide GC-MS analysis confirming >99% ester content to avoid reclassification as mixtures
• Include REACH compliance documentation for EU-origin material if transshipping
• Declare exact alcohol chain length (isononyl C9) in entry summary for proper verification