PFOS Polymer Processing Aid
Chemical additive containing perfluorooctane sulfonic acid salts used as processing aid in fluoropolymer extrusion and molding. Falls under 3824.87.00.00 per Chapter 38 PFOS subheading specifications.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If non-fluorinated processing aids
Polymer processing aids without PFOS content classify under other chemical preparations.
If industrial fatty acid derivatives
Some polymer lubricants based on fatty materials classify under heading 3823.
If pure fluorinated processing chemicals
Individual fluorochemical processing aids classify under Chapter 29.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit plastics manufacturing customer specifications confirming processing aid use
• Provide fluoropolymer compatibility documentation
• Include melt flow index test results supporting additive function
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PFOS Industrial Metal Cleaning Solution
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