1,1,2-Trifluoroethane (HFC-143) Foam Blowing Agent from Japan
1,1,2-Trifluoroethane (HFC-143) supplied for rigid polyurethane foam insulation manufacturing as a blowing agent. This pure saturated fluorinated hydrocarbon is specifically identified in HTS 2903.44.10.30. Lower GWP alternative to HFC-245fa in building insulation applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Foam sector importers qualify for specific SNAP exemptions; document end-use in manufacturing declarations
• Ensure ISO 9001 certified supply chain documentation for quality assurance in construction applications