HFC-134a Leak Detection Refrigerant Blend from China
Specialty blend with 50% HFC-134a, UV dye, and nitrogen for detecting leaks in HVAC systems. Falls under HTS 3827.64.00.00 due to dominant HFC-134a content without HFOs or banned substances. Used by HVAC technicians for non-destructive leak testing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
38.7%
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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Document UV dye concentration (<2% typical) to prevent reclassification as 'dye preparations'; provide solubility data
• Nitrogen content must not dilute HFC-134a below 30%; gas analysis certificate required
• Comply with OSHA handling requirements for dye-containing mixtures