N-Ethylperfluorooctane Sulfonamide
N-Ethylperfluorooctane sulfonamide (N-EtPFOSA) is a chemically defined perfluorooctane sulfonamide used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of fluorosurfactants. It falls under HTS 2935.50.00.00 as it is specifically listed among other perfluorooctane sulfonamides, which are organo-sulfur compounds with the characteristic sulfonamide group.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified as a salt rather than free base
Sulfonamide salts are classified under 2935.40 per chapter note 4(C)(1), prioritizing the organic compound form.
If when imported as solution for transport exceeding chapter note e limits
Solutions in solvents become mixtures under Chapter 38 if not solely for safety/transport and suitable for specific use.
If for structurally similar perfluoroalkyl sulfonyl fluorides
Precursor compounds without the amide nitrogen function classify under sulfonic acid derivatives in heading 2904.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming perfluorooctane sulfonamide structure to avoid misclassification under general sulfonamides
• Include safety data sheets (SDS) highlighting PFAS properties due to strict environmental import regulations
• Verify stabilizer content does not exceed chapter note limits to prevent reclassification as formulated mixtures
Related Products under HTS 2935.50.00.00
N-Methylperfluorooctane Sulfonamide
N-Methylperfluorooctane sulfonamide (N-MePFOSA) is a separate chemically defined compound used in manufacturing water- and oil-repellent coatings. Classified under HTS 2935.50.00.00 as a perfluorooctane sulfonamide per Chapter 29 note (a).
N-Ethyl-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)perfluorooctane Sulfonamide
This hydroxyethyl-substituted perfluorooctane sulfonamide serves as a reactive intermediate for fluoropolymer synthesis. It qualifies under HTS 2935.50.00.00 as 'other perfluorooctane sulfonamides' meeting Chapter 29's chemically defined organic compound criteria.
Perfluorooctane Sulfonamide (PFOSA)
The parent perfluorooctane sulfonamide (PFOSA) compound used in analytical standards and research. Falls squarely under HTS 2935.50.00.00 as the base structure for all 'other perfluorooctane sulfonamides'.
N-Methylperfluorooctane Sulfonamido Ethanol (MeFOSE)
MeFOSE is a key building block for producing fluorochemical polymers used in surface treatments. Classified under HTS 2935.50.00.00 as it is chemically defined perfluorooctane sulfonamide alcohol.
Perfluorooctane Sulfonamide Potassium Salt
The potassium salt form of perfluorooctane sulfonamide used in aqueous fluorosurfactant formulations. Classifies under HTS 2935.50.00.00 following the parent organic compound per Chapter note 4(C)(1).
N-Ethylperfluorooctane Sulfonamide (EtFOSA)
EtFOSA serves as a degradation product marker and synthetic intermediate in PFAS research. Meets HTS 2935.50.00.00 criteria as a separate, chemically defined perfluorooctane sulfonamide.