Mixed CFC/HCFC Foam Blowing Agent from Japan
Blend of CFCs like R-11 with HCFC-141b for polyurethane foam production in insulation panels. Falls under 3827.11.00.00 because it contains CFCs along with other fluorocarbons as a propane/methane derivative mixture.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Apply for foam blowing exemption under Clean Air Act allocations
• Document blend ratios to prove CFC presence for correct heading