HFC-236fa Specialty Heat Transfer Fluid from Japan
High purity HFC-236fa (1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoropropane) used in liquid immersion cooling systems for high-performance computing and data centers. Classified under HTS 2903.46.10.00 per chapter notes for pure halogenated hydrocarbons. Excellent thermal stability up to 250°C.
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
• Dielectric strength testing (>30 kV) required for electrical safety certification
• Viscosity and density data at operating temperatures must be documented
• Material compatibility testing reports for server components recommended