Medical Refrigerator HCFC-22 Coolant from Japan
Chlorodifluoromethane (HCFC-22) formulated for use in vaccine storage refrigerators, provided as a pure compound. It is a halogenated acyclic hydrocarbon with chlorine and fluorine, directly classifiable under HTS 2903.71.01.00 per chapter notes for chemically defined compounds.
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
• Provide end-use statements for medical applications to qualify for exemptions under certain phaseout rules
• Certify purity >99.9% to distinguish from stabilized preparations; test for moisture content
• Use temperature-controlled shipping to maintain liquid state and prevent venting issues