R-12 Automobile Air Conditioning Fluid

Dichlorodifluoromethane (R-12 CFC) mixture for vehicle AC systems, typically with lubricants and stabilizers. Classified under 3827.11.00.00 due to its CFC content in a halogenated derivative mixture for refrigeration.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

2903.72.01.00Same rate: 38.7%

If pure R-12 without additives

Unmixed CFCs are halogenated derivatives under Chapter 29, not mixtures of 3827.

2710.19Lower: 17% vs 38.7%

If petroleum-based lubricant dominant

If primarily petroleum oils with minor CFC, it shifts to petroleum oils heading.

3827Same rate: 38.7%

If containing only HCFCs without CFCs

Mixtures solely with HCFCs fall under separate subheading without CFCs.

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Import Tips & Compliance

File for essential use exemption if not for recycling/maintenance

Provide safety data sheets (SDS) detailing CFC percentages

Check for anti-dumping duties on legacy refrigerants from certain origins