PFOS Firefighting Foam Concentrate from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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