HFC-125 Enriched Fire Suppression Blend
A specialized fire extinguishing mixture containing 60% pentafluoroethane (HFC-125) along with nitrogen and minor HFC components, designed for clean agent systems in data centers. The product has zero ozone depletion potential and meets the tariff item's specification of containing 55% or more by mass of HFC-125 without HFOs. It is classified under this item as a mixture of hydrofluorocarbons for fire suppression.
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 HFC-125 content is below 55%
Fire suppression mixtures with less than 55% HFC-125 fall under other subheadings of heading 38.27.
If imported as a complete fire extinguisher
Fire extinguishers as complete articles are classified in Chapter 84.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fire suppression blend is properly classified as a chemical mixture and not as a fire extinguisher (heading 84.24), which has different tariff treatment
• Provide the CBSA with the product's technical data sheet showing the exact HFC-125 concentration
• Check if the product meets Canadian fire safety standards and requires any special permits
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