HFC-125 Dominant Fire Suppressant FK-5-1-12 from Japan
Clean agent fire extinguishing mixture containing over 40% pentafluoroethane (HFC-125) with fluoroketones for total flooding systems in data centers. Classified in 3827.63.00.00 due to high HFC-125 content and absence of banned ozone depleters. Replaces toxic Halon 1301 in critical fire protection applications.
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
• Obtain NFPA certification documentation and UL listing for fire suppression system compatibility
• Declare exact chemical composition and pressure specifications on commercial invoice
• Comply with Montreal Protocol Phase-out schedules for HFC allocations if applicable