HFC-143a Industrial Chiller Fluid from Mexico
Specialty HFC blend for centrifugal chillers containing ≥15% HFC-143a by mass, used in large HVAC systems for commercial buildings. Optimized for high-pressure applications without ozone-depleting substances. Falls under 3827.61.00.00 per HFC-143a concentration requirements.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include ASHRAE safety classification (A1 refrigerant) documentation; critical for customs verification of proper handling
• Declare exact mass percentages via HPLC certificate; small deviations can trigger reclassification to 3827.62
• Budget for additional bonding requirements due to high environmental compliance scrutiny on HFC imports