HCFC-123 Chiller Refrigerant Cylinder from Mexico
HCFC-123 chiller refrigerant in a 50 lb disposable cylinder is pure dichlorotrifluoroethane, a chemically defined compound used for centrifugal chiller retrofits. It is a halogenated derivative of an acyclic hydrocarbon containing both chlorine and fluorine, falling under tariff item 2903.72.00. The cylinder packaging does not affect the classification of the chemical itself.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
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Import Tips
• Check if the refrigerant is subject to Canada's Ozone-depleting Substances Regulations, which may require a permit
• Ensure the cylinder is properly labelled and meets Transport Canada requirements for shipping
• Declare the product as a chemical, not as a refrigerant system, to avoid misclassification