Ammonium Perfluorooctane Sulfonate (APFOS) Powder from Japan
Pure ammonium perfluorooctane sulfonate (APFOS) in powdered form, a fluorinated surfactant classified under HTS 2904.32.00.00 as a sulfonated, halogenated derivative of hydrocarbons. It is chemically defined as the ammonium salt of perfluorooctane sulfonic acid, meeting Chapter 29 note (a).
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
• Verify TSCA compliance and obtain EPA approvals prior to import due to PFAS restrictions; provide detailed chemical purity certificates; ensure proper hazardous material labeling for transport