Halon 1301 Clean Agent Suppressant from China
Pressurized mixture featuring bromotrifluoromethane (Halon-1301) for total flooding fire suppression systems in data centers and museums. Classified under HTS 3827.20.00.00 due to its primary Halon-1301 content as a halogenated methane derivative mixture. Leaves no residue, ideal for sensitive electronics.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Require Clean Air Act allocation from EPA for Halon imports; provide recycling certification if applicable
• Label cylinders with precise composition to avoid reclassification
• Pitfall: Failing to declare Halon content triggers environmental penalties