Industrial Grade Difluoromethane HFC-32 Bulk Supply from Japan
Bulk industrial difluoromethane (HFC-32) for large-scale refrigerant blending and manufacturing, transported in ton-cylinder containers. Pure chemical compound per Chapter 29 definitions, not rendered specific-use by transport packaging. GWP of 675 makes it transitional refrigerant.
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
• Secure IMC (Import Manufacture Certificate) for bulk HFCs; document end-use in chemical manufacturing
• Comply with PHMSA hazmat table 173.181 for ton containers; pressure testing mandatory
• Avoid misclassification as waste (3825.20) if recycling contaminated refrigerant streams