Vertrel XF HCFC-225 Specialty Fluid
Vertrel XF is a high-purity HCFC-225cb-based fluid used for flushing oxygen systems in medical and aerospace equipment. It is classified under this tariff item as a dichloropentafluoropropane, meeting Chapter 29's criteria for a separate chemically defined compound or mixture of isomers. The product's primary function as a solvent does not affect its chemical classification.
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 fluid contains other halogenated solvents or additives
Formulations with additional halogenated compounds may fall under the residual subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is labeled as HCFC-225cb and provide technical documentation to CBSA
• Obtain an ODS import permit, as HCFC-225cb is a controlled ozone-depleting substance
• Verify that the product does not contain additives that could change its classification
Related Products under Tariff item 2903.75.00
AK-225 Cleaning Solvent (HCFC-225 based)
AK-225 is a commercial-grade azeotrope containing HCFC-225ca/cb, used for vapor degreasing in aerospace parts cleaning. It falls under this tariff item as a dichloropentafluoropropane mixture, which is a halogenated derivative of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two different halogens. The product meets Chapter 29's scope as a separate chemically defined compound or mixture of isomers.
HCFC-225ca (1,1-Dichloro-2,2,3,3,3-pentafluoropropane)
HCFC-225ca (1,1-Dichloro-2,2,3,3,3-pentafluoropropane) is a pure chemical compound used as a refrigerant and cleaning solvent in industrial applications. It is classified under this tariff item as a dichloropentafluoropropane, a halogenated derivative of an acyclic hydrocarbon containing chlorine and fluorine. The product is a separate chemically defined compound, meeting Chapter 29's criteria.
HCFC-225ca Refrigerant Blend Component
Bulk HCFC-225ca imported as a pure component for blending into low-temperature refrigerants is a dichloropentafluoropropane. It is classified under this tariff item as a halogenated derivative of an acyclic hydrocarbon with chlorine and fluorine atoms. The product meets Chapter 29's definition of a separate chemically defined compound.
HCFC-225cb (1,3-Dichloro-1,1,2,2,3-pentafluoropropane)
HCFC-225cb (1,3-Dichloro-1,1,2,2,3-pentafluoropropane) is a specialty solvent for precision cleaning in electronics manufacturing. It is classified under this tariff item as a dichloropentafluoropropane, a halogenated derivative of an acyclic hydrocarbon. The product is a separate chemically defined compound, consistent with Chapter 29's scope.