HFC-236ea Electronic Cleaning Solvent from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide solvency testing data (Kauri-butanol value) for cleaning validation
• Non-ozone depleting certification required under Montreal Protocol compliance
• Include flash point documentation (none) for Class 2A flammable liquid exemption