Diethanolamine Perfluorooctane Sulfonate from Japan
Organic salt formed between diethanolamine and PFOS, classified with the later-occurring sulfonated acid per Chapter 29 note on salts (C)(2). Falls under HTS 2904.31.00.00 as the PFOS component dominates.
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
• Document both organic components for salt classification verification
• Test for ionic dissociation to confirm true salt vs physical mixture
• Include REACH registration numbers for both amine and PFOS components