Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA)
Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) is a fully fluorinated carboxylic acid with the formula C7F15COOH, where all hydrogen atoms on the acyclic carbon chain are replaced by fluorine. It is a perhalogenated derivative of an acyclic hydrocarbon and is classified under tariff item 2903.78.00. PFOA is used in various industrial applications, including fluoropolymer production.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the carboxylic acid function is considered the primary classification
Saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids fall under heading 29.15, which may apply if the acid function is deemed more specific.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the full fluorination of the carbon chain to support classification
• Be aware that PFOA is subject to strict Canadian environmental regulations and may require permits
• Submit a safety data sheet (SDS) with the customs declaration
Related Products under Tariff item 2903.78.00
Perfluoro-2-methylpentane
Perfluoro-2-methylpentane is a branched perfluoroalkane with the formula C6F14, where all hydrogen atoms of the acyclic hydrocarbon are replaced by fluorine. As a fully fluorinated acyclic hydrocarbon, it qualifies as a perhalogenated derivative under tariff item 2903.78.00. It is commonly used as an inert immersion cooling fluid in electronics.
Perfluoroadipic Acid
Perfluoroadipic acid is a dicarboxylic acid with the formula HOOC-(CF2)4-COOH, where the acyclic carbon chain is fully fluorinated. It is a perhalogenated derivative of an acyclic hydrocarbon and falls under tariff item 2903.78.00. This compound is used as a monomer in the synthesis of fluoropolymers.
Perfluorobutanoic Acid (PFBA)
Perfluorobutanoic acid (PFBA) is a short-chain perfluorocarboxylic acid with the formula C3F7COOH, where the acyclic hydrocarbon chain is fully fluorinated. It is a perhalogenated derivative of an acyclic hydrocarbon and is classified under tariff item 2903.78.00. PFBA is used in various fluorochemical applications and as a processing aid.
Perfluorobutyric Acid Methyl Ester
Perfluorobutyric acid methyl ester is the methyl ester of perfluorobutanoic acid, with the formula C3F7COOCH3. The acyclic chain remains fully fluorinated, and the ester is classified as a perhalogenated derivative under tariff item 2903.78.00. It is used as a fluorinated building block in organic synthesis.
Perfluorodiglyme
Perfluorodiglyme is a perfluorinated diether with the formula CF3(OCF2CF2)2OCF3, where the acyclic structure contains ether linkages and is fully fluorinated. It is classified under tariff item 2903.78.00 as a perhalogenated derivative of an acyclic hydrocarbon. This compound is used as a specialty heat transfer fluid.
Perfluoroglutaric Acid
Perfluoroglutaric acid is a dicarboxylic acid with the formula HOOC-(CF2)3-COOH, where the acyclic carbon chain is fully fluorinated. It is a perhalogenated derivative of an acyclic hydrocarbon and falls under tariff item 2903.78.00. This compound is used as a specialty monomer for fluorinated polyamides.