Perfluoroalkyl Sulfonamide PFAS Intermediate (EtFOSE) from Germany

EtFOSE, or N-Ethyl-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)perfluorooctane sulfonamide, serves as a key building block for synthesizing fluorosurfactants and PFAS polymers. Classified under HTS 2935.30.00.00 as it matches the exact sulfonamide description in the tariff, adhering to Chapter 29's scope for separate chemically defined organic compounds. Its perfluorinated structure and substituents define its chemical identity.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

16.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Declare exact CAS number (1691-99-2 if applicable) and purity >98% on commercial invoice; check for PFOA/PFOS restrictions under TSCA; store in sealed containers to prevent stabilizer addition that could reclassify