R-134a Automotive A/C Refrigerant Can

12 oz cans of HFC-134a (R-134a) specifically formulated for DIY automotive air conditioning recharging. Remains classified under HTS 2903.45.10.00 as the pure compound despite consumer packaging.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China3.7%β€”3.7%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico3.7%β€”3.7%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada3.7%β€”3.7%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany3.7%β€”3.7%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan3.7%β€”3.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8421.39.01Higher: 35% vs 3.7%

If imported with charging hose and gauge set

Sold as complete refrigerant recovery/charging kits, classified as parts of air conditioning machinery.

3824.99Higher: 15% vs 3.7%

If containing leak detection dye additives

Trace UV dye additions (>0.1%) may classify as chemical preparations rather than pure compounds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Ensure cans have bilingual pressure relief warnings and child-resistant packaging per CPSC standards

β€’ Verify SAE J2778 purity standards (>99.5%) with attached COA from manufacturer

β€’ Declare exact fill weights; partial fills must specify actual content vs capacity

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1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane (HFC-134a) is a hydrofluorocarbon refrigerant used primarily in automotive air conditioning systems and domestic refrigerators. This pure, chemically defined organic compound falls under HTS 2903.45.10.00 as a saturated fluorinated derivative of acyclic hydrocarbons.

HFC-134a (R-134a) Industrial Refrigerant Cylinder

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HFC-134a Pharmaceutical Aerosol Propellant

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Bulk HFC-134a Ton Tank

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HFC-134a with Stabilizer Additive

HFC-134a containing proprietary stabilizer (<0.1%) for metal corrosion prevention during storage and transport. Chapter Note (f) allows classification under HTS 2903.45.10.00 when stabilizer is necessary for preservation.