HS Code:
Poly(1,1,2,2-tetrafluoro-2-[(trifluoroethenyl)oxy]ethanesulfonyl fluoride-co-tetrafluoroethylene) (CAS No. 1163733-25-2), classified under HS subheading 3904.69.50, is a specialized fluoropolymer used primarily in industrial applications such as ion exchange membranes, fuel cell components, and chemical processing equipment due to its exceptional chemical resistance and thermal stability. This material is a copolymer that integrates tetrafluoroethylene with a sulfonyl fluoride monomer, enabling unique properties for high-performance applications.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $150 million USD
Data from 2022
Source
Estimated data based on UN Comtrade and industry reports
$60 million USD
40% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$30 million USD
20% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$25 million USD
17% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$20 million USD
13% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$15 million USD
10% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
5.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
8% (imposed by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements such as USMCA and EU-Japan EPA)
Growing demand in renewable energy applications
Increased use in fuel cell membranes for hydrogen energy systems drives market expansion, particularly in North America and Europe
2021-2022
Shift towards sustainable manufacturing
Manufacturers are adopting eco-friendly production methods to comply with global environmental regulations, influencing cost structures
2022
Rising competition from alternative materials
Development of non-fluorinated polymers with similar properties poses a potential threat to market share
2020-2022
A major chemical manufacturer announced the opening of a new facility dedicated to fluoropolymer production, including this specific copolymer, to meet rising demand in the renewable energy sector.
March 2023
Expected to increase supply capacity by 15%, potentially stabilizing prices in the North American market
The European Union introduced stricter guidelines on the use and disposal of fluoropolymers due to environmental concerns over PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances).
July 2023
May lead to higher compliance costs and affect market dynamics in Europe, pushing manufacturers to innovate greener alternatives
A new trade agreement between Japan and the EU reduced tariffs on chemical products, including fluoropolymers under HS 3904.69.50.
January 2023
Facilitates increased trade flows between the regions, benefiting Japanese exporters and European importers with lower costs