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SITCSection 5
U.S. imports of dioctyl orthophthalates (SITC 51383) totaled $410K in April 2026, traded with 7 countries.
Importers of Dioctyl Orthophthalates paid $29K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 14% on $202K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Dioctyl Orthophthalates imports of $410K in April 2026 ran 10% below the year-to-date monthly average of $455K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataDioctyl orthophthalates (DOP/DEHP) serve as high-volume plasticizers primarily for PVC, imparting flexibility in wire insulation, flooring, and medical tubing. Regulatory scrutiny of phthalate plasticizers — particularly DEHP — has intensified under CPSC rules for children's products and FDA oversight for medical devices, making compliance documentation a front-line concern for importers. Section 301 tariff exposure may apply depending on the country of origin, so buyers sourcing from Asia should verify current trade-remedy status before finalizing contracts.
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DEHP and related phthalates are restricted by the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) in children's toys and childcare articles above specified concentration thresholds. Importers of finished goods containing DOP must ensure compliance with CPSC limits; the chemical itself as a bulk industrial import is not banned but may require safety data documentation.
Importers should have a certificate of analysis confirming chemical identity and purity, a Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and country-of-origin documentation. Given potential Section 301 exposure for certain origins, a binding ruling or broker review of the applicable HTS classification and any active trade-remedy orders is advisable before the first shipment.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $208K | $44K | -$163K |
| BELGIUM | -- | $154K | +$154K |
| KOREA, SOUTH | $146K | -- | -$146K |
| TAIWAN | $38K | -- | -$38K |
| CHINA | $19K | -- | -$19K |