Liquefied Isobutane (R-600a) Refrigerant from China

Isobutane (R-600a) liquefied for use in domestic refrigerators and air conditioners as a low-GWP refrigerant. Falls under HTS 2711.19.00 for other liquefied gaseous hydrocarbons.

Duty Rate — China → United States

25%

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)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Provide ISO 9163 purity certificates distinguishing refrigerant grade from fuel LPG

Declare exact fill weights accurately to match barrel (158.98L) measurement standards

Partner with licensed hazmat carriers to handle flammable gas shipping requirements