CFC-114 Blowing Agent for Polyurethane Foam from Mexico

CFC-114 serves as a blowing agent in rigid polyurethane foam production, fitting HTS 2903.77.00.30 due to its status as a separate chemically defined perhalogenated acyclic hydrocarbon with fluorine and chlorine only. This classification adheres to Chapter 29's scope for halogenated derivatives. It was commonly used in insulation foams before phase-out.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

13.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Include end-use declarations for foam production to support classification and comply with environmental import quotas on ozone-depleting substances

Ensure packaging meets UN standards for compressed gases; improper labeling leads to hazardous material surcharges

Check for stabilizer additions; per Chapter 29 note (f), stabilizers for transport do not change classification if necessary for preservation

CFC-114 Blowing Agent for Polyurethane Foam from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2903.77.00.30