HFC-23 Foam Blowing Agent Blend from Japan
Polyurethane foam blowing agent mixture incorporating HFC-23 for insulated panels and appliances. Falls under HTS 3827.51.00.00 because it contains trifluoromethane without CFCs or HCFCs, used in energy-efficient insulation production.
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
• Foam end-product EPA registration may be required for blowing agents
• Vapor pressure and flammability data sheets essential for classification
• Document compatibility with specific polyol/isocyanate systems