Methylene Chloride Foam Blowing Agent from Germany
High-purity dichloromethane used as auxiliary blowing agent in polyurethane foam production. Meets Chapter 29 criteria as a separate chemically defined compound under HTS 2903.12.00.00. Supplied in ISO tank containers for industrial injection systems.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify EPA Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) approval for foam blowing use
• Tank container certification T8/T11 required for dichloromethane; include inspection certificates
• Declare end-use accurately; foam sector imports may qualify for duty drawback programs