Trichlorofluoromethane (CFC-11) from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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