Trichlorofluoromethane (CFC-11) from Canada
Trichlorofluoromethane, also known as CFC-11, is a perhalogenated acyclic hydrocarbon containing only fluorine and chlorine atoms, with the formula CFCl3. It falls under HTS 2903.77.00.80 as a halogenated derivative of acyclic hydrocarbons with two or more different halogens, specifically perhalogenated with F and Cl, and not otherwise specified. Historically used as a refrigerant and foaming agent, its import is now heavily regulated under the Montreal Protocol.
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 and U.S
• EPA regulations on ozone-depleting substances before import
• Require Certificates of Analysis confirming chemical purity and perhalogenation status to avoid misclassification