Perfluorooctane Sulfonic Acid (PFOS) from Germany
Perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS) is a fully fluorinated organic compound with a sulfonate group, classified under HTS 2904.31.00.00 as a sulfonated, halogenated derivative of hydrocarbons. It is used in chemical synthesis and industrial applications, meeting Chapter 29 note (a) for separate chemically defined organic 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
• Verify compliance with EPA and TSCA regulations due to PFOS restrictions under POPs convention; obtain prior approvals
• Include detailed chemical purity certificates and CAS number (1763-23-1) in documentation
• Avoid misclassification as mixtures; ensure product is pure PFOS, not diluted beyond Chapter 29 note (d)