HCFC-22/R-22 Air Conditioning Refrigerant from Germany
Mixture containing HCFC-22 (chlorodifluoromethane, HTS 2903.41) for residential and commercial air conditioning units, often blended with lubricants. Classified in 3827.31.00.00 due to HCFC content from specified subheadings, excluding CFCs. Essential for servicing older HVAC systems during phase-out.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Secure EPA import allocation under the HCFC phase-down; provide recycling certifications if reclaimed
• Watch for common pitfalls like incorrect pressure vessel declarations leading to DOT issues