HFC Foam Blowing Agent Mixture from Japan
This mixture of HFC-134a (2903.42) and HFC-152a (2903.41) serves as a blowing agent for polyurethane insulation foams in appliances. It falls under 3827.68.00.00 as an HFC mixture from designated subheadings without CFCs/HCFCs.
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
• Provide volatility and flammability data; ensure compatibility cert for foam machinery; track HFC allocations under phasedown