R-404A Equivalent HFC-125 Blend
A near-azeotropic refrigerant blend containing 62% HFC-125, along with HFC-143a and HFC-134a, designed as an R-404A replacement for supermarket refrigeration systems. The product is optimized for existing equipment retrofits and meets the tariff item's requirement of containing 55% or more by mass of HFC-125 without HFOs. It is classified under this item as a mixture of hydrofluorocarbons for refrigeration use.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the HFC-125 content falls below 55%
Refrigerant blends with less than 55% HFC-125 are classified under other subheadings of heading 38.27.
If imported as a single pure HFC compound
Pure hydrofluorocarbons as separate chemical compounds fall under Chapter 29.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the exact HFC-125 concentration with a laboratory analysis, as blends may vary by batch
• Provide the CBSA with the product's technical data sheet and intended use as a refrigerant
• Check if the product is subject to Canada's regulations on hydrofluorocarbons in refrigeration equipment
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