HFC-236ea Electronic Cleaning Solvent
HFC-236ea used as a precision cleaning solvent for electronic circuit boards. As a saturated fluorinated acyclic hydrocarbon explicitly named in tariff item 2903.46.00, the pure compound is classified here even when used for solvent applications.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is a formulated cleaning preparation containing solvents
Prepared solvents and thinners for cleaning fall under heading 38.14.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the solvent is pure HFC-236ea; if formulated with surfactants or other solvents, classification may shift
• Verify the product is not considered a hazardous waste under Canadian regulations
• Provide SDS and purity certificates to CBSA for smooth clearance
Related Products under Tariff item 2903.46.00
HFC-227ea Calibration Gas Standard
A certified reference gas standard containing HFC-227ea at trace concentrations in nitrogen, used for calibrating gas chromatography equipment and atmospheric monitoring instruments. The HFC-227ea component is a saturated fluorinated derivative of an acyclic hydrocarbon, falling squarely under tariff item 2903.46.00.
HFC-227ea Dielectric Test Gas
Pure HFC-227ea gas used for dielectric strength testing of high-voltage electrical equipment. As a saturated fluorinated acyclic hydrocarbon, it is explicitly named in tariff item 2903.46.00, which covers HFC-227ea regardless of its end-use application.
HFC-227ea Fire Extinguishing Agent
Pure HFC-227ea fire extinguishing agent used in total flooding fire suppression systems. This saturated fluorinated acyclic hydrocarbon is explicitly listed in tariff item 2903.46.00, which covers HFC-227ea whether used as a fire suppressant or for other purposes.
HFC-227ea Medical Propellant
Pharmaceutical grade HFC-227ea used as a propellant in metered dose inhalers. The pure compound is a saturated fluorinated acyclic hydrocarbon named in tariff item 2903.46.00, and its use as a medical propellant does not affect its classification under Chapter 29.
HFC-236cb Foam Blowing Agent
HFC-236cb used as a foam blowing agent for polyurethane spray foam insulation. This saturated fluorinated acyclic hydrocarbon is specifically named in tariff item 2903.46.00, which covers HFC-236cb regardless of its industrial application.
HFC-236ea Precision Vapor Degreaser
HFC-236ea for vapor degreasing of aerospace components and optical lenses. The pure compound is a saturated fluorinated acyclic hydrocarbon named in tariff item 2903.46.00, and its use in degreasing does not remove it from Chapter 29.