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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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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

Industrial Grade Difluoromethane HFC-32 Bulk Supply from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2903.42.10.00