R-401A HCFC Refrigerant Blend

R-401A is a zeotropic HCFC refrigerant blend containing HCFC-22, HCFC-152a, and HCFC-124, used primarily in commercial refrigeration systems. It falls under HTS 3827.39.00.00 as a mixture containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) without CFCs. This blend provides efficient cooling for low and medium temperature 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.

3827.51.00.00Same rate: 38.7%

If containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)

Presence of CFCs shifts classification to separate CFC-specific subheading within 3827.51

2903.71.01.00Same rate: 38.7%

If imported as pure HCFC-22 (R-22) without mixture

Single halogenated derivative classified under Chapter 29 as individual chlorodifluoromethane, not mixtures

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 38.7%

If classified as hazardous waste mixture

Spent or contaminated HCFC mixtures may fall under waste chemical preparations in 3824

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain EPA allocation for HCFC imports due to Montreal Protocol phaseout; verify exact composition matches subheading requirements; include safety data sheets for hazardous material handling

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