Chlorodifluoroethane HCFC-142b for Foam Blowing from Germany
HCFC-142b in 100 lb recovery cylinders for use as auxiliary foam blowing agent in polystyrene and polyurethane insulation. Falls under HTS 2903.74.01.00 as a pure halogenated derivative of acyclic ethane per Chapter 29 note (a). Not classifiable as Chapter 39 plastic additive.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document end-use as foam blowing to qualify for any available essential-use exemptions
• Avoid shipping during extreme heat; pressure relief valves must be rated for 142b vapor pressure
• Include GWP (Global Warming Potential) data in documentation for customs review