Chloropentafluoroethane (CFC-115) from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include TSCA certification and pre-manufacture notice if applicable
• Monitor for anti-dumping duties on specific origins
• Ensure stabilizer additives don't trigger Chapter 38 mixture classification