Tetraethylammonium Perfluorooctane Sulfonate

A quaternary ammonium salt consisting of the tetraethylammonium cation paired with the perfluorooctane sulfonate anion, chemically defined as a separate organic compound. It falls under HTS 2923.30.00.00 as it precisely matches the specific subheading for this compound, used primarily in industrial applications like surfactants and wetting agents.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.2%+35.0%41.2%
🇲🇽Mexico6.2%+10.0%16.2%
🇨🇦Canada6.2%+10.0%16.2%
🇩🇪Germany6.2%+10.0%16.2%
🇯🇵Japan6.2%+10.0%16.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2904Lower: 13.7% vs 41.2%

If imported as a solution in organic solvent for transport

Solutions of organic compounds in solvents for safety/transport fall under heading 2904 if the solvent makes it unsuitable for general use per Chapter 29 note (e).

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 41.2%

If formulated as a commercial surfactant preparation

Prepared chemical preparations or mixtures not chemically defined as single compounds are classified in Chapter 38 rather than pure Chapter 29 compounds.

2930.90Lower: 13.7% vs 41.2%

If containing organo-sulfur not solely as sulfonate derivative

Organo-sulfur compounds with sulfur directly linked to carbon beyond simple sulfonates go to heading 2930 per Chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify chemical purity and provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) to confirm identity as the specific compound listed in the subheading

Include Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and proper UN shipping documentation for hazardous materials classification

Avoid misclassification as a mixture; ensure no additional solvents or stabilizers render it outside Chapter 29 note (e)