HFC-152 Refrigerant for Chillers from Japan
1,2-Difluoroethane (HFC-152) is utilized in large-scale industrial chillers for cooling processes in food processing plants. It matches HTS 2903.43.10.00 as a specifically named saturated fluorinated derivative. Its thermodynamic properties suit low-temperature applications.
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
• ASHRAE 34 safety classification docs; bulk tonnage declarations
• Common error: Not specifying industrial vs consumer use affects bonding