Synthetic Alkylbenzene Plasticizer Intermediate from China
Mixed dodecylbenzene intermediates for producing non-phthalate plasticizers in PVC flooring and coatings. Classified HTS 3817.00.1500 as other mixed alkylbenzenes used in polymer processing. Provides flexibility without endocrine disruption concerns of traditional plasticizers.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Provide sulfonation/sulfation test data confirming plasticizer precursor chemistry
• Document polymerization compatibility for PVC/flexible materials
• Ensure <0.1% impurities to maintain Chapter 38 chemical status vs waste