R-409A HCFC Retrofit Blend from Japan
R-409A is an HCFC blend (HCFC-22/HCFC-142b/HCFC-124) designed as drop-in replacement for R-12 in automotive and refrigeration retrofits. Falls under HTS 3827.39.00.00 for HCFC mixtures lacking CFCs. Provides similar performance characteristics to phased-out CFC-12.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include retrofit compatibility data sheets; track HCFC consumption allowances; ensure pressure-temperature charts match US specifications