CFC-Based Fire Extinguishing Mixture
A fire extinguishing mixture containing CFCs and HFCs, designed for total flood fire suppression in data centers. It is classified under this tariff item because it is a mixture containing chlorofluorocarbons, which are halogenated derivatives of methane or ethane.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is put up as a charge for fire extinguishers or in fire-extinguishing grenades
Chapter 38 Note 1(a)(3) excludes such products from heading 38.27.
If the mixture contains HBFCs instead of CFCs
HBFC-containing mixtures are classified separately.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Check if the fire extinguishing mixture is regulated under Canada's Ozone-depleting Substances Regulations and secure necessary permits
• Ensure the product is not classified as a fire extinguisher charge (heading 38.13), which has different tariff treatment
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