HCFC-124 Foam Blowing Agent

Monochlorotetrafluoroethane specifically manufactured for polyurethane foam insulation production in appliances. Classified under HTS 2903.79.90.30 as the pure chemical compound meeting Chapter 29 scope for halogenated acyclic hydrocarbons.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina3.7%+25.0%28.7%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico3.7%โ€”3.7%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada3.7%โ€”3.7%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany3.7%โ€”3.7%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan3.7%โ€”3.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3824Lower: 15% vs 28.7%

If pre-mixed in polyol premix formulations

Foam blowing agent blends with polyols and catalysts classify as Chapter 38 chemical preparations for specific foam manufacturing.

3921.13Lower: 14.2% vs 28.7%

If when foam is already manufactured

Finished polyurethane foam products containing residual HCFC-124 are classified in Chapter 39 plastics, not the blowing agent itself.

2903.79Same rate: 28.7%

If other specified HCFCs in foam applications

Different HCFC isomers used in foam blowing have separate statistical suffixes within the 2903.79 series.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Obtain EPA Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) documentation; certify foam end-use application; validate zero-Ozone Depletion Potential compliance data

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