N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-N-methyl Perfluorooctane Sulfonamide

This is a specific perfluorinated sulfonamide compound with the chemical formula featuring a perfluorooctane chain attached to a sulfonamide group substituted with N-methyl and N-(2-hydroxyethyl) groups. It falls under HTS 2935.40.00.00 as a chemically defined organic sulfonamide per the chapter notes for Chapter 29. Primarily used as a fluorosurfactant intermediate in industrial applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2904Lower: 13.7% vs 16.5%

If classified primarily by its perfluoroalkyl structure rather than sulfonamide function

Perfluoroalkyl substances may shift to hydrocarbon derivatives heading if sulfonamide not principal characteristic.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 16.5%

If when imported as a mixture or solution for safety/transport with solvents

Chapter notes exclude solutions particularly suited for specific use; mixtures fall under prepared chemical preparations.

2930.90Lower: 13.7% vs 16.5%

If considered an organo-sulfur compound with metal impurities

Organo-sulfur compounds in 2930 take precedence if sulfur directly linked to carbon without sulfonamide dominance.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify chemical purity and provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for customs clearance; ensure compliance with EPA PFAS regulations due to perfluorinated nature

Label with exact CAS number if available and avoid retail packaging to prevent reclassification