HBFC-133a Refrigerant Transition Blend

Temporary refrigerant mixture containing HBFC-133a (CHFBrCH2F) for legacy chiller systems during phase-out transitions. Falls under HTS 3827.12.00.00 as an HBFC-containing mixture of halogenated propane derivatives. Primarily used in industrial refrigeration retrofits.

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.

3827.20.00Same rate: 38.7%

If also contains CFCs or HCFCs

Mixtures containing both HBFCs AND CFCs/HCFCs classify under the broader 3827.20 CFC subheading.

3824.89.00.00Higher: 41.5% vs 38.7%

If imported as chemical waste

Reclaimed/recycled HBFC refrigerants for destruction classify as hazardous chemical wastes.

2903.71.01.00Same rate: 38.7%

If pure HBFC refrigerant gas

Unmixed, liquefied HBFC refrigerants without additives fall under pure chlorofluorocarbon headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Secure essential-use exemption from UNEP Montreal Protocol for any HBFC refrigerant imports post-1996 ban

Provide equipment compatibility certification showing no CFC/HFC alternatives exist for specific application

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