HFC-143a Aerosol Propellant from Japan
1,1,1-Trifluoroethane (HFC-143a) packaged for use as an aerosol propellant in consumer products like air dusters. Classified under HTS 2903.44.1020 as a pure separate chemically defined compound per chapter 29 note (a), specifically identified in the tariff subheading.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include TSCA certification; HFC-143a requires pre-manufacture notice if new uses exceed reporting thresholds
• Verify container pressure ratings meet DOT 49 CFR for UN1950 aerosols; include filling documentation
• Prevent reclassification as finished aerosol product (HTS 8424) by importing chemical only, not assembled cans