HFC-134a/PAG Oil Lubricant Mixture for AC Compressors from Japan
Mixture of 60% HFC-134a and 40% polyalkylene glycol (PAG) oil for lubricating automotive AC compressors during manufacturing. Qualifies for HTS 3827.64.00.00 with HFC-134a well above 30% threshold and no excluded fluorocarbons. Used in OEM assembly lines.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Specify PAG viscosity grade (46/100) in documentation; customs distinguishes from POE oils which may affect classification
• Include OEM end-use letter to justify industrial import quotas