HFC-134a Auto AC Recharge Kit Mixture from Germany
Pre-mixed refrigerant for DIY automotive air conditioner recharging, consisting of 65% HFC-134a with lubricants and leak sealer additives. Classified under HTS 3827.64.00.00 due to HFC-134a comprising over 30% by mass, with no CFCs/HCFCs or dominant HFOs. Commonly sold in 12 oz cans for consumer vehicle maintenance.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include Safety Data Sheet (SDS) specifying HFC-134a percentage and PAG/POE oil content; DOT approval required for pressurized cans
• Verify no HCFC contaminants via lab analysis; common pitfall is improper venting during customs inspection
• Register with EPA for HFC imports and track allocations under phasedown schedules