HFC-125 Dominant Fire Suppressant FK-5-1-12 from United States
A clean agent fire suppressant mixture containing over 40% pentafluoroethane (HFC-125) combined with fluoroketones, used in total flooding fire suppression systems for data centers. This product falls under tariff item 3827.63.00 because it is a mixture containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane, or propane, with HFC-125 content at or above the 40% threshold, and does not contain CFCs or HCFCs.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
Import Tips
• Verify the HFC-125 concentration is at least 40% by mass and that the mixture contains no CFCs or HCFCs to qualify for this tariff item
• Ensure the product is properly labeled with its chemical composition and safety data sheet for CBSA inspection
• Consider environmental regulations under Canada's ozone-depleting substances and HFC phase-down programs, which may require permits