HFC-23 Fire Suppressant Agent from Germany
Trifluoromethane (HFC-23) formulated as a clean fire extinguishing agent for total flooding systems in data centers and electronics manufacturing. Classified under HTS 2903.41.10.00 as it is a pure saturated fluorinated acyclic hydrocarbon (CHF3) per Chapter 29 definitions. This high-GWP gas leaves no residue and is effective against Class B fires.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Obtain EPA SNAP approval documentation for fire suppression use; imports require Significant New Alternatives Policy compliance
• Include UL 2166 certification for cylinders and validate purity >99.9% to maintain Chapter 29 classification