Chloropentafluoroethane (CFC-115) from Germany
CFC-115 (1-chloro-1,1,2,2,2-pentafluoroethane) is perhalogenated with one Cl and five F atoms, qualifying under HTS 2903.77.00 for acyclic F/Cl-only compounds. This fully substituted ethane derivative was used as a component in refrigerant blends. Its classification follows Chapter 29 rules prioritizing latest numerical heading for multi-halogen compounds.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
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