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N-Ethyl Perfluorooctane Sulfonamide Ethanol Solution

N-Ethyl perfluorooctane sulfonamide dissolved in ethanol at standard transport concentration for safety reasons, remaining classifiable as the pure compound. Falls under HTS 2935.20.00.00 per Chapter 29 note (e), as the solvent is solely for transport and not specific use. Applied in formulating stain-resistant finishes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+12.5%19%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3824.99Lower: 17.5% vs 19%

If ethanol concentration optimized for end-use application

Solvent use beyond safety/transport makes it a preparation of 3824, excluded by Chapter 29 note (e).

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify exact concentration (<50% typically) and declare solvent purpose as transport-only to stay under Chapter 29 note (e)

• Include flash point and volatility data for hazardous material declarations

• Avoid retail packaging that could shift to 3824 for consumer preparations