HCFC-141b (1,1-Dichloro-1-fluoroethane) from Canada
HCFC-141b is a hydrochlorofluorocarbon used primarily as a blowing agent in polyurethane foam production and as a solvent for cleaning electronics. It is a halogenated derivative of acyclic hydrocarbons containing both chlorine and fluorine, specifically dichlorofluoroethane, classified under HTS 2903.73.01.00 due to its chemical structure with two different halogens.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Verify compliance with Montreal Protocol phase-out schedules and EPA import restrictions on ozone-depleting substances
• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and purity certificates to confirm chemical identity and meet HTS classification requirements
• Check for country-specific quotas as HCFC imports face strict volume limitations and allocation certificates