3827.31.00.00/HCFC-22/R-22 Air Conditioning Refrigerant/Japan

HCFC-22/R-22 Air Conditioning Refrigerant from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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