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Lithium Perfluorooctane Sulfonate Powder from Canada

Pure lithium perfluorooctane sulfonate (Li-PFOS) in powdered form, a fluorinated surfactant used in industrial applications. Classified under HTS 2904.33.00.00 as a sulfonated, halogenated derivative of hydrocarbons, specifically the lithium salt of perfluorooctane sulfonic acid. Meets chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined organic compounds.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

13.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify REACH and TSCA compliance due to PFOS environmental restrictions; obtain EPA pre-manufacture notice if needed

• Provide detailed chemical purity certificates and CAS number (29457-72-5) for customs verification

• Avoid misclassification as mixtures; ensure product is chemically defined per Chapter 29 note (a)