Mixed HCFC-142b Refrigerant for Chillers

HCFC blend featuring HCFC-142b (1-chloro-1,1-difluoroethane, HTS 2903.48) for industrial water chillers, free of CFCs or PFCs beyond spec. This 3827.31.00.00 product supports retrofitting refrigeration systems. Provides efficient cooling in large-scale applications.

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.

2903.48.00.00Lower: 13.7% vs 38.7%

If pure HCFC-142b form

Individual HCFCs are classified separately from formulated mixtures.

3827.32.00Same rate: 38.7%

If containing PFCs as primary component

Predominance of perfluorocarbons shifts to different halogenated mixture subheading.

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