HFC-227ea Fire Extinguishing Agent

Pure 1,1,1,2,3,3,3-Heptafluoropropane (HFC-227ea) used as a clean fire suppressant in total flooding fire suppression systems for data centers and electronics. This saturated fluorinated acyclic hydrocarbon falls under HTS 2903.46.10.00 as a specifically named halogenated derivative. It leaves no residue, making it ideal for sensitive environments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3827.32.00.00Higher: 38.7% vs 13.7%

If blended with other gases for retail fire extinguisher use

Mixtures containing these fluorocarbons as fire extinguishers fall under prepared mixtures of 3827

3813.00Same rate: 13.7%

If put up as charges for fire extinguishers

Preparations specifically charged for fire extinguishers are classified in heading 3813

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain EPA Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) approval documentation for fire suppression imports

Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and purity certificates (>99.9%) required for customs clearance

Verify pressure vessel specifications comply with DOT hazardous material transport regulations

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HFC-227ea Medical Propellant

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HFC-236ea Electronic Cleaning Solvent

1,1,1,2,3,3-Hexafluoropropane (HFC-236ea) used as a precision cleaning solvent for removing flux residues from electronic circuit boards. Falls under HTS 2903.46.10.00 as a named halogenated hydrocarbon. High dielectric strength and fast evaporation rate.

HFC-236cb Foam Blowing Agent

1,1,1,2,2,3-Hexafluoropropane (HFC-236cb) used as a zero ODP blowing agent in polyurethane spray foam insulation for building applications. Specifically enumerated under HTS 2903.46.10.00 as a saturated fluorinated derivative. Provides superior thermal insulation properties.

HFC-236fa Specialty Heat Transfer Fluid

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HFC-227ea Calibration Gas Standard

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