Refrigerant Grade Propane R-290
> Refrigerant grade propane R-290 is high-purity liquefied propane (99.5% minimum) used in hydrocarbon refrigeration systems. It is classified under tariff item 2711.12.10 when packaged in sealed containers ready for use in refrigeration equipment, as the purity does not change its classification as propane.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the R-290 is sold in bulk for industrial refrigeration charging
Bulk quantities are not in containers ready for use, so they are classified as other propane.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• > Ensure the product complies with Canadian environmental regulations for refrigerants, including the Ozone-depleting Substances and Halocarbon Alternatives Regulations
• Verify that the containers are DOT or TC approved for refrigerant gases and have proper pressure ratings
• Provide technical documentation to the CBSA to confirm the propane content and intended use
Related Products under Tariff item 2711.12.10
Autogas Propane Fuel 92% Purity
> Autogas propane fuel with 92% purity is liquefied propane formulated for automotive use in converted vehicles and buses. When supplied in cylinders or tanks ready for use in vehicles, it falls under tariff item 2711.12.10. The purity level is within the range for propane classification, and the product is not a mixture of other gases.
Commercial Bulk Liquefied Propane
> Commercial bulk liquefied propane is supplied in large volumes for commercial uses like forklifts and warehouse heating. When delivered in portable containers ready for use, it falls under tariff item 2711.12.10. The product is propane, and the container type determines classification.
Commercial Grade Liquefied Propane Fuel
> Commercial grade liquefied propane fuel with 90-95% purity is supplied in bulk for forklift and fleet vehicle fueling stations. When packaged in exchangeable cylinders or portable tanks ready for use, it is classified under tariff item 2711.12.10. The purity level is typical for commercial propane and does not affect classification.
Commercial Propane for Forklifts
> Commercial propane for forklifts is high-purity liquefied propane, often odorized, supplied in exchangeable cylinders or tanks designed for industrial forklift fueling. It falls under tariff item 2711.12.10 because the cylinders are ready for use, and the product is specifically propane, not a mixture.
High-Purity Liquefied Propane LPG
> High-purity liquefied propane LPG with at least 90% purity is used for industrial and residential heating. When packaged in cylinders or tanks ready for use, it falls under tariff item 2711.12.10. The product is propane, and the purity specification is a quality measure, not a classification factor.
Industrial Grade Liquefied Propane
> Industrial grade liquefied propane is used for metal cutting and welding torches, and when packaged in cylinders ready for use, it is classified under tariff item 2711.12.10. The product is propane, and the industrial grade specification does not affect its classification.