Perfluorooctanesulfonamide (PFOSA) Hydroxyethyl Derivative from Germany
A derivative of perfluorooctanesulfonic acid amidated with N-methyl-N-(2-hydroxyethyl), this sulfonamide is a key building block for fluoropolymers. Classified under HTS 2935.40.00.00 as it matches the exact subheading for this chemically defined sulfonamide. Used in synthesis of surfactants and coatings.
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
• Obtain TSCA certification for US import and declare PFAS content; use bulk industrial packaging to maintain Chapter 29 classification
• Monitor for evolving restrictions on perfluoroalkyl substances