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N-Methyl-N-(2-Hydroxyethyl) Perfluorooctyl Sulfonamide

This perfluoroalkyl sulfonamide features a C8 fluorocarbon chain and hydroxyethyl substitution, fitting HTS 2935.40.00.00 exactly. It's a separate chemically defined compound used in polymer modification and surface treatments.

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.

2909.49Lower: 18% vs 19%

If classified as ether-alcohol if hydroxyethyl linkage primary

Oxygen-function classification if sulfonamide not defining feature.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Declare as pure compound with >98% assay; prepare for REACH pre-registration if EU transshipment

• Watch for state-level PFAS bans affecting end-use