HBFC-225ca Cleaning Solvent Blend from Mexico
Industrial precision cleaning formulation with HBFC-225ca (CF3CHFBrCF2CF3) combined with co-solvents for electronics manufacturing degreasing. Classified under 3827.12.00.00 due to dominant HBFC content as halogenated derivative mixtures not elsewhere specified. Used where CFC/HCFC alternatives fail performance requirements.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Submit Form 3520-1 Significant New Use Rule notification for HBFC solvents to EPA prior to import
• Label containers with HBFC content and ozone depletion potential per 40 CFR Part 82 regulations
• Avoid misclassification as general solvents (3814); document specific HBFC composition to prevent reclassification