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
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include retrofit compatibility data sheets; track HCFC consumption allowances; ensure pressure-temperature charts match US specifications