R-401A HCFC Refrigerant Blend from Japan
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.
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%
Import Tips
• 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