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PFOS Firefighting Foam Concentrate from Canada

Aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) concentrate containing perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS) for enhanced fire suppression on hydrocarbon fuels. This preparation falls under HTS 3824.87.00.00 as it contains PFOS, one of the restricted substances specified in subheading note 3 to Chapter 38.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

13.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Obtain EPA TSCA pre-manufacture notice approval prior to import due to PFOS restrictions under TSCA

• Provide detailed chemical composition certificates confirming PFOS content for customs clearance

• Ensure proper hazardous materials labeling and shipping documentation under DOT regulations