Perfluorooctane Sulfonyl Fluoride (POSF)
Perfluorooctane sulfonyl fluoride (POSF), the acid fluoride derivative of PFOS, explicitly covered under HTS 2904.31.00.00. This reactive fluorochemical intermediate fits Chapter 29 as a halogenated, sulfonated hydrocarbon derivative.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If other sulfonyl halides
POSF specifically named in 2904.31; others go to residual 2904.99.
If hydrolyzed to inorganic acid
Fluoride content might suggest halogen acid, but organic structure prevails.
If classified as heterocyclic
No heterocyclic ring present; remains acyclic sulfonated derivative.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Require DOT/ADR Class 8 corrosive labeling and UN 1779 shipping designation
• Submit TSCA pre-manufacture notice if first US import of this substance
• Confirm no anti-dusting agents added that trigger Chapter 29 note (g) reclassification
Related Products under HTS 2904.31.00.00
Perfluorooctane Sulfonic Acid (PFOS)
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.
Potassium Perfluorooctane Sulfonate
Potassium salt of perfluorooctane sulfonic acid, a chemically defined organic compound with sulfonate functionality. Classified under HTS 2904.31.00.00 per Chapter 29 note on inorganic salts of organic acids staying with the parent compound. Used in specialty chemical manufacturing.
Lithium Perfluorooctane Sulfonate
Lithium salt form of PFOS, recognized as the same chemically defined compound under HTS 2904.31.00.00. The sulfonated perfluorocarbon structure dominates classification per Chapter 29 salt rules. Applied in electrochemical and surfactant formulations.
Ammonium Perfluorooctane Sulfonate
Ammonium salt of perfluorooctane sulfonic acid, classified identically to the acid under HTS 2904.31.00.00 per Chapter 29 salt classification rules. Commonly used in fire-fighting foams and coatings.
Diethanolamine Perfluorooctane Sulfonate
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.
PFOS Stabilized with Triethanolamine
Perfluorooctane sulfonic acid with triethanolamine stabilizer added for preservation, permitted under Chapter 29 note (f). Remains classified in HTS 2904.31.00.00 as the stabilizer doesn't change primary character.